Japanese rugby chiefs on Tuesday announced a shake-up of eligibility rules aiming to give local players more time on the pitch but casting doubt over the future of naturalised internationals. Under ...

The best example is Michael Leitch of the Brave Lupus, who was born in New Zealand. Leitch has earned 87 caps, the second most in Japan’s national team history, and was captain of the Brave ...

Star playmaker Richie Mo'unga orchestrated the attack and was perfect with the boot as he led defending champions Brave Lupus ...

Japan League One round-up ■By BEN JAYCOCK STAR playmaker Richie Mo’unga orchestrated the attack and was perfect with the boot ...