Wales Seeks Victory Against Japan to Avoid Historical Tag in Rugby
A good honest bake. Not flashy, but you'll finish the whole bagel.
Summary
Wales is 'desperate' for a win against Japan to avoid a historical tag in rugby. The absence of Welsh players in the recent British and Irish Lions match has raised concerns. A victory against Japan would be a small victory for Welsh rugby.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledA new line has already been written in the history of Welsh rugby this week.
This weekend, however, there could be a different kind of history written.
...a victory will not solve many of Welsh rugby's ills, it would be something small to savour.
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