Rugby

Masirewa in Japan’s match-day squad

October 22, 2021 5:23 am

Fijian-born Semisi Masirewa

Fijian-born Semisi Masirewa has been named in Japan’s match-day squad against Australia in the opening Spring Tour game.

Masirewa made his debut for Japan in July against Ireland where they lost 39-31 in Dublin.

Japan have played only two games since 2019, a 28-10 loss to the British and Irish Lions at Murrayfield in June and against Ireland.

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Meanwhile, the Wallabies have managed to play 16 Tests during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Wallabies play Japan on Saturday.