JAPAN
Johan Ackermann willing to leave Japan early for South African return
Former Springbok lock-turned-top-level coach Johan Ackermann has revealed that he is willing to leave his role in Japan to return to South Africa.
World Rugby unveils new-look Pacific Nations Cup
World Rugby revealed the reimagined Pacific Nations Cup this week, a six-team annual competition featuring Canada, Fiji, Japan, Samoa, Tonga, and USA.
Sharks centre Rohan Janse van Rensburg joins Canon Eagles in Japan
The Canon Eagles in Japan have confirmed the arrival of another South African on their books in Sharks centre Rohan Janse van Rensburg.
Victor Matfield teams up with Eddie Jones in Japan
Former Springbok Victor Matfield is set to feature as a coaching consultant for Japan under head coach Eddie Jones.
Eddie Jones denies talking to Japan about coaching role before World Cup
Eddie Jones insists he has no guilt about the process that saw him return as Japan boss after stepping down from his post with the Wallabies.
Japan Rugby confirm Eddie Jones' appointment
The Japan Rugby Football Union has confirmed the appointment of Eddie Jones as head coach.
