Jun 29, 2024, 09:19 ET
Maori All Blacks He had no trouble defeating Japan XV in his first window match in the Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium 36-10With six goals throughout the match, the New Zealand team gave a positive performance in Tokyo. Among the great figures of the visiting team were Bailyn Sullivan, Daniel Rona, Quinn Tupaea and Josh Moorby.
The Japanese team had surprised in less than ten minutes of play with a try of Mamoru Harada to start at the top of the scoreboard. However, the visit knew how to react in time and there was no turning back. Cameron Suafoa, Kurt Eklund and Billy Harmon They scored one goal each during the first half to turn the tables and extend their lead in the capital of the Asian country. Despite a good performance by the Maoris, indiscipline appeared for Rameka Poihipi and Suafoa who suffered a warning.
In the complement, Sullivan, Poihipi (2) They gave themselves the luxury and supported themselves to secure the victory against Japan XV in their opening match of the window. For its part, with time already served, Koga Nezuka scored for the Japanese in what was a duel that they had started on the right foot, but given the pressure and high level of the Maori All Blacks it was difficult for them to reverse the situation at the Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium. In this way, the rematch will take place on next July 6 at Toyota Stadium.
