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Japan score late try to extend Wales' winless run
Japan stunned Wales in Kitakyushu with a first-Test fightback that condemned the visitors to an 18th successive defeat. The ...
Wales’ nightmare worsens with 18th straight defeat as they wilt against Japan
Wales are falling apart. They just about halt the maul but Vailea breaks off and scores. Lee gets the conversion and Japan ...
Japan 24-19 Wales Live reaction as Brave Blossoms stun Matt Sherratt’s side
Defeat to Japan would see Wales fall behind their opponents in the rankings for the first time, slipping to 14th. Kick-off is ...
Wales stunned by Japan as losing run continues
Gareth’s joined by former Wales internationals James Hook and Rhys Patchell to react to Wales’ 24-19 defeat to Japan in ...
Wales suffer 18th Test defeat in a row as Japan come from behind to win in Kitakyushu
Japan came from behind in the second half to beat Wales in Kitakyushu and condemn the visitors to an 18th successive Test ...
Wales player ratings vs Japan as far too many crumble in second-half capitulation
In difficult conditions that probably didn't translate on the TV, Wales crumbled as they failed to score in the second half.
Japan v Wales preview, teams and how to follow
BBC Sport takes a look at all the key information as Wales get ready for their first Test match against Japan on Saturday.
Japan 24, Wales 19
Japan 24 (Takuro Matsunaga, Ichigo Nakasusu, Halatoa Vailea tries; Seungsin Lee 3 conversions, penalty), Wales 19 (Ben Thomas, Tom Rogers tries; penalty try; Sam Costelow conversion). HT: 7-19 ...