Story by ZBC staff reporter
IRELAND – ZIMBABWEAN-born rugby player, Tapuwa Chabata, is set to make history this week as he participates in a Guinness World Record attempt for the Longest Rugby Game ever played, a demanding 36-hour match, scheduled to take place at Mullingar RFC in Ireland, beginning this Wednesday.
The 53-year-old former Sables player is taking on the endurance test with a greater purpose to raise funds for three charitable organisations based in Ireland.
Born in Mount Darwin, Chabata’s rugby journey began during his school years at Chaplin High School in Gweru, where he developed a passion for the sport.
He later went on to make history by becoming the first captain of the Zimbabwe Universities and Colleges rugby team.
Between 1993 and 2000, Chabata served in the Zimbabwe National Army, after which he relocated to the United Kingdom, where he has been based ever since.
Despite his relocation, he has remained actively involved in rugby and community initiatives.
The upcoming record attempt underscores both his enduring passion for the sport and his commitment to making a difference through charitable action.
Chabata joins a group of rugby enthusiasts from across the globe for the attempt, which, if successful, will be officially recognised by Guinness World Records.
