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Rugby: Sunwolves looking to right some wrongs against Cheetahs

Rugby: Sunwolves looking to right some wrongs against Cheetahs

Sunwolves captain Harumichi Tatekawa (L) takes part in training at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground in Tokyo on May 26, 2017, a day before a Super Rugby match against the Cheetahs. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Rugby: Sunwolves looking to right some wrongs against Cheetahs

Rugby: Sunwolves looking to right some wrongs against Cheetahs

Sunwolves captain Harumichi Tatekawa takes part in training at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground in Tokyo on May 26, 2017, a day before a Super Rugby match against the Cheetahs. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo