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Ireland cruise to Japan win
By Dejan Kalinic
Ireland dominated Japan to claim a 50-22 win in their Test series opener in Shizuoka on Saturday.
A much-changed and inexperienced Ireland had few troubles in Japan, crossing for seven tries in what was the first meeting between the nations in 12 years.
Dan Leavy, Jack Conan and Keith Earls each scored two tries, while Garry Ringrose also went over for the visitors.
Earls' double saw him set a record for most tries in a season for Ireland with nine.
Paddy Jackson finished with 13 points via five conversions and a penalty as Ireland made it six wins in as many matches against Japan.
They led 31-3 at half-time and when Conan crossed again shortly after the break, there was no way back for Japan.
The teams meet again in a second and final Test in Tokyo in a week's time.
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I'd rate the brothers Hendricks a point or two lower. Jaden has really not delivered on his early promise and Jordan's kicking at posts was quite erratic. Amongst other things.
I was really surprised that DuhDuh was replaced and not Jordan. DuhDuh had a great game and just underlined his class in a backline that was not firing on all cylinders.
Damian Willemse was missed. Hopefully he'll be back to full fitness and have an injury free 2025 (and '26 and '27 and so on until he decides to retire to spend time with his grandchildren).
RG was great. What an athlete.
Very happy that Hanekom made his debut at last. He gave a good account of himself and will hopefully grow into his role on the international stage.
All things considered, this was another frustrating Bok performance. Even though it was a comfortable win, it wasn't a commanding win. This Welsh team should've been put away by a far larger margin.
But I have faith in Dr Rassie. He knows more than I do. Bring on 2027 😁
Go to commentsGo the AB's .. Probs win by about 30 I reckon ... Cheers ..
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