Japan XV
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@Stargazer said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
@pakman I think you'd have to look at the JRFU for that, not NZR, as the game is played in Japan, not NZ.
that comes across a little prickly mate, it wasn't a crazy suggestion, didn't NZ rugby arrange a live stream for one of the games in the states
I would rather Fakatava was starting - he needs the minutes more than Weber.
It says a bit about the state of locks in NZ looking at that 23 - really need Lord to stay fit going forward and convert his promise.
@Kiwiwomble Only allowed 23 players on the team? 
No - haven't seen any injury lists. In theory everyone should be fit, so I'm thinking maybe these guys will get to start vs Japan.
Will be an interesting gauge of how the selectors rank everyone.
@SBW1 said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
Zarn Sullivan, Ruben Love and Cortiz Ratima not included these guys are the future, rather them than some of the guys going offshore.
Ruben Love is starting fullback
@Chris-B yeah I think you’re right. Looks like they are saving a few players for the bigger match.
@Chris-B said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
Not playing - Jager, Aumua, IWL, Sowakula, Proctor, Lam, Nareki.
Asafo Aumua has certainly lead a strange career thus far
@pakman said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
NZRU could always arrange live stream on YouTube for international fans?
Naa mate, it's live here in NZ, so that's all we need!
Ok taking the piss is it on rugby pass??
@Dan54 said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
Naa mate, it's live here in NZ, so that's all we need!
Yeah - fuck 'em!
I keep seeing readers' articles on Stuff about how much better life is everywhere except NZ... maybe I'll write one about how at least we get to watch the footy!!!
@Chris-B Yep mate, and my weekend is looking great, semi finals of club rugby Sarurday, Japan XV game Saturday night, wii record Wallabies, get up about 5.30 watch that, then into test against Pumas, followed by Black Ferns/Canada test at 10am. That will do me, so stuff the rest of the world Lol
@SouthernMann said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
I'm interested to see how Sam Gilbert goes in a backline that isn't complete dogshit
Interesting it looks like they see him as wing/centre.
@Dan54 said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
@pakman said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
NZRU could always arrange live stream on YouTube for international fans?
Naa mate, it's live here in NZ, so that's all we need!
Ok taking the piss is it on rugby pass??
Fark you. Strong letter to follow!
@pakman said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
@Dan54 said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
@pakman said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
NZRU could always arrange live stream on YouTube for international fans?
Naa mate, it's live here in NZ, so that's all we need!
Ok taking the piss is it on rugby pass??
Fark you. Strong letter to follow!
Damn, have you got my address?? Just don't let it get delivered on weekend, I busy watching rugby!! :beaming_face_with_smiling_eyes:
After a quick google, I found two illegal streaming websites that list this game (there may be more). That's all I'll post about it here.
@Crazy-Horse yeah like SG says, the only option may be to get yourself in as a VIP...
@Stargazer said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
After a quick google, I found two illegal streaming websites that list this game (there may be more). That's all I'll post about it here.
Sounds too hard for me. I'm over-achieving logging onto the Fern every day.
@pakman said in Japan XV v All Blacks XV:
You Tube showing it. Watching last year’s highlights now.
Lots of fake streams on YT. Many tell you to go to websites where they want you to register and give your personal details. Others show the wrong game.
For those looking on YT: the Japanese team wears white jerseys with dark grey hoops.
@Steven-Harris I felt that just watching it.
@Victor-Meldrew How you watching?