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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sports Staff

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Wales stunned by japan as long losing run hits desperate new low | History Defined

Wales wilted in the Kitakyushu heat to lose 24-19 to Japan and suffer an 18th successive Test defeat.

First-half tries from Ben Thomas and Tom Rogers, as well as a penalty try and a Sam Costelow conversion, gave Wales a 19-7 interval lead and hopes of a first victory since beating Georgia at the 2023 World Cup 21 months ago.

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