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Schmidt: Ireland learning helpful lessons with World Cup in mind

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt admits this two-match tour to Japan is proving hugely beneficial in their preparations for the World Cup.

Fri, 16 Jun, 2017

WATCH: Japan's hopes still in bloom

Samoa 5 Japan 26: Japan coach Eddie Jones believes his players have put the pride back in Japanese rugby regardless of whether they qualify for the World Cup quarter-finals.

Mon, 05 Oct, 2015

Second-string Wales outplayed as Japan take the spoils

Japan 23 Wales 8

Sat, 15 Jun, 2013

Ireland put through their paces before Japan Test

The Irish team trained today in Osaka University just as Japan named their team for Sunday's first Test prior to the IRB deadline.

Fri, 10 Jun, 2005