The 15th straight win by Japan’s six-time national champions against Yokohama – a sequence which dates back to 2013 – completed the Wild Knights’ fourth unbeaten regular season from five since the sport resumed following the pandemic.
Japan has named a strong squad for their pre-Rugby World Cup Test with South Africa, with coach Jamie Joseph placing the tournament hosts on notice.
Japan has named a strong squad for their pre-Rugby World Cup Test with South Africa, with coach Jamie Joseph placing the tournament hosts on notice.
Luke Thompson will play at a fourth Rugby World Cup after being included in tournament host Japan's squad.
Luke Thompson will play at a fourth Rugby World Cup after being included in tournament host Japan's squad.
Host nation Japan have taken a giant step towards the start of the World Cup with Jamie Joseph confirming his 31-man squad following a camp with 41 players.
Host nation Japan have taken a giant step towards the start of the World Cup with Jamie Joseph confirming his 31-man squad following a camp with 41 players.
A Top League Select side will take on ASM Clermont Auvergne from the Top 14 in France in the Japan.