The first Great Britain game took place on 18 January 1908 when they beat New Zealand 14–6 at Headingley. Great Britain took part in the 1954, 1957, 1960, 1968, 1970, 1972, 1977, 1985–1988 and 1989–1992 World Cups. They won a total of three World Cups; in 1954, 1960 and 1972.