US EditionFly-half Edwards to make first start for Wales against Japan
HYŌGO PREFECTURE, JAPAN, JUL 10 – Japan makes five lineup changes including Naoto Saito to maintain momentum after first test win, aiming to complete a series sweep against Wales, who face 18th straight loss.
- Wales ended an 18-match international losing streak by beating Japan 31-22 in the second Test at Kobe's Noevir Stadium on Saturday.
- Wales sought to bounce back after a 24-19 defeat in the first Test, with four changes including Dan Edwards starting at fly-half for the first time.
- Edwards scored a try and converted it, completing a perfect five-for-five kicking record while Wales overcame pressure from Japan's late comeback attempts.
- Coach Matt Sherratt said they aimed to freshen the side, praising Edwards’s training and calmness, while emphasizing leadership that inspires teammates.
- The win suggests progress for a young Wales group with more to come, ending their longest losing streak in modern test rugby and improving their international status.
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