The rules of rugby league are as follows: 1. The game is played between two teams of 13 players. 2. The aim of the game is to score more points than the opposing team. 3. The ball must be passed backwards or sideways. 4. Tackling is allowed but must be done in a safe manner. 5. The ball must be kicked forward at least 10 metres. 6. A team must score a try by grounding the ball in the opposing team's in-goal area. 7. A team must kick a goal after scoring a try. 8. The team with the most points at the end of the game is the winner.