Japan Rugby League One has issued a formal clarification on its new player eligibility rules following speculation prompted by recent media reports, insisting it remains 'open for business' for international rugby stars.
Sam Greene was at the heart of a major upset as fourth-placed Shizuoka BlueRevs spanked Brave Lupus Tokyo 56-26 to complete a notable double over the defending champions.
Wallabies Marika Koroibete and Samu Kerevi have added credit to their applications to play for Australia in this year's British & Irish Lions Test series.