The NSW Waratahs are a professional rugby union team based in New South Wales, Australia. They compete in the Super Rugby league, which features teams from Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Established in 1882, the Waratahs are one of the oldest rugby clubs in Australia and have a strong following. The team's home games are played at Sydney Cricket Ground, a historic venue that can accommodate thousands of fans. The Waratahs have won the Super Rugby championship once, in 2014, and continue to develop local talent through their academy system.