30 Sep 2019

RWC Japanese fans ecstactic with surprise win over Ireland

From First Up, 5:12 am on 30 September 2019

Two days after Japan's shock upset over the number-one ranked Ireland at the Rugby World Cup - fans in Japan are still reeling. On Saturday the Brave Blossoms beat Ireland 19-12 - blowing Pool A wide open and potentially affecting who the All Blacks play in the Quarter Final. Rugby reporter Joe Porter watched the game in Oita, and told First Up producer Lydia Batham it was an incredible experience to be with the passionate Japanese fans during the historic win.