Higashiosaka, Osaka Pref. –
Eddie Jones’ new-look Japan crew was taught a tough lesson within the Pacific Nations Cup ultimate Saturday, as a dominant second half from Fiji left a bruising 41-17 mark on the Courageous Blossoms.
“For my crew, I am actually happy with their effort right this moment, however we’re not fairly at (Fiji’s) stage,” Jones stated after the match. “At the moment was a superb reminder of how far we’re off the mark.”
A bodily and quick Fiji squad solely appeared to realize energy all through the 80 minutes at Hanazono Rugby Stadium in Higashiosaka, Osaka Prefecture, and the South Pacific nation poured it on late, scoring practically at will towards world No. 13 Japan.
