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Wales name historic squad for Japan test with nine overseas-based players

Wales name historic squad for Japan test with nine overseas-based players
World Sports · 03:14:38 - Wednesday, 11 November 2026

Wales have announced a historic team to face Japan, with nine players selected who play their club rugby outside of Wales. Among them are Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake, highlighting a significant shift in selection policy. The match will be Wales' first against Japan since 2016.

The squad announcement marks the first time Wales have named such a high number of overseas-based players in a starting lineup, reflecting the growing number of Welsh internationals plying their trade in foreign leagues.

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