Japan coach Jamie Joseph on Thursday dismissed the notion that the Brave Blossoms have an easy path to the quarterfinals following the 2019 Rugby World Cup draw, saying Ireland are the world's third strongest team behind only holders New Zealand and England.
OTSU, Japan - Hope floated among the Japanese public after Wednesday's draw in Kyoto, where Joseph's side were slotted in Pool A with the Irish, Scotland, a qualifier from Europe and the winners of the qualifying playoff. None of the teams have won the World Cup before.
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