New Zealand U20 v Japan U20

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Saturday 27 Jun 2026

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15:30 Local Time

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Kutaisi Rugby Stadium - AIA Arena • 

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The New Zealand U20 Rugby Union team, also known as the Baby Blacks, is a prestigious team known for their dominance on the international stage. They compete in the World Rugby U20 Championship, which they have won a record six times. This talented team is known for producing top-level players, with numerous former players going on to represent the All Blacks at the senior level. Some notable players who have emerged from the U20 team include Beauden Barrett, Aaron Cruden, and Ardie Savea. The team plays their home matches at the iconic FMG Stadium in Hamilton, New Zealand, providing a formidable home advantage. With an impressive track record and a pool of talented young players, the New Zealand U20 team is a force to be reckoned with in the world of rugby union.

The Japan U20 Rugby Union team, also known as the Sakura Japan, is the representative team for Japan in the World Rugby Under 20 Championship. The team has competed in every edition of the championship since its inception in 2008. They have achieved their best result of seventh place in both 2008 and 2012. Their home stadium is the Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground in Tokyo, known for its vibrant atmosphere and enthusiastic fan base. The team's head coach is Nobuyuki Motomura and the captain is Shota Fukui. Several players from the Japan U20 team have gone on to represent the senior national team, including current star Kenki Fukuoka. With their strong performance and passionate fan base, the Japan U20 team continues to make a name for themselves on the international rugby scene.