Rugby World Cup 2027 draw: Why Wales beating Japan is so important

For Wales, unwanted records continue to tumble. No home win since a 2023 World Cup warm-up against England, an historic loss to Argentina – during which Jac Morgan, the world-class Welsh captain dislocated his shoulder – and the first time that Los Pumas had scored over 50 points in meetings between the two sides,
The Roar

Aussie debutant's error plays key role as Wales edge Japan in last kick thriller

Australian Harry Hockings had a disappointing introduction to Test rugby, suffering a late yellow card that helped Wales to a thrilling one-point win

What channel is Wales v Japan Autumn Internationals 2025 rugby? Kick-off time, TV details and live stream

RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Wales v Japan in the Autumn Internationals 2025 on TV and online. The game will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 from 5:30pm and Welsh language channel S4C from 5pm.
The Japan Times

Wales' Evans denies Japan historic win with last-gasp penalty

For Wales, it ended a run of 10 successive home defeats stretching back to 2023 and ensured that they stay above Japan in the world rankings.

Wales vs Japan: Louis Rees-Zammit in starting line-up for first time since 2023 in crucial match for Rugby World Cup draw prospects

Wales and Japan meet in Cardiff on Saturday with the winner to receive a big boost to their hopes of making the second band of seeds for the 2027 Rugby World Cup draw in December; Louis Rees-Zammits r

Jones aims to add to Wales' home woes

Japan head coach Eddie Jones hopes Wales' two-year winless run at home will be a "burden" for Steve Tandy's side on Saturday.
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