Sunwolves' Hammett steps into breach for Brave Blossoms

The Japan Rugby Football Union's Director of Rugby, Masahiro Kunda, speaks at a news conference in Tokyo on March 10, 2016. Kunda said Sunwolves coach Mark Hammett will direct Japan's national team for upcoming matches, deputizing for incoming coach and fellow Kiwi Jamie Joseph who is unavailable due to commitments with his Highlanders Super Rugby team. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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