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All Blacks and Japan to play more often after landmark deal

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Published 9:24 pm

By STEVE McMORRAN
AP Sports Writer

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The All Blacks and Japan will play regular test matches under an agreement signed by the New Zealand and Japanese rugby unions which might also see a faltering first step toward a global club competition. The memorandum of understanding between the unions will see both countries explore opportunities for New Zealand-based Super Rugby franchises to play matches against teams from the Japan League One professional competition.

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