Japan's top club rugby competition said Friday it had watered down plans for an eligibility rule that prompted foreign-born Japan internationals to launch a legal challenge claiming discrimination.
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Tokyo (AFP) – Japan's top club rugby competition said Friday it had watered down plans for an eligibility rule that prompted foreign-born Japan internationals to launch a legal challenge claiming discrimination.
Issued on: 28/08/2026 - 09:08
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