The Ultimate Underdog Story: Japan's rise in the Rugby World Cup!

Since their record loss to the all blacks in the Rugby World Cup, Japan have been on a long journey to become one of the best sides in rugby, culminating in them hosting the rugby world cup themselves in 2019. Here is their ultimate underdog story, from humble beginnings, to the 'Miracle in Brighton', to hosts of the biggest international tournament in rugby!

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