Rugby: Leitch to lead Japan in autumn tests

Japan rugby head coach Jamie Joseph names his 34-man squad in Tokyo on Oct. 19, 2017, for the game against a World XV and tests against Australia, Tonga and France. Joseph announced that Toshiba Brave Lupus forward Michael Leitch will lead Japan in the upcoming four matches. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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