Eddie Jones has stated that Japan will give it a “red-hot go” when they face the back-to-back world champions in London on Saturday.
After running the Wallabies close last weekend, the Brave Blossoms have travelled to the UK capital for an even tougher challenge.
The Japanese do appear to have made some improvements this year, but the extent of their progress will be determined by their performance this weekend.
South Africa are renowned for their forward power, something Japan are not particularly known for, and Jones expects their opponents to be direct at Wembley.
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