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Big in Japan: Ireland get warm welcome as Sexton hones in on Scotland

Joe Schmidt’s men were officially welcomed to the Rugby World Cup today.

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Sep 13th 2019, 10:03 AM

Sonny Bill Williams takes career to Japan

The All Blacks star will play in Japan’s Top League with Ota club Panasonic Wild Knights next season.

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Aug 30th 2012, 12:40 PM