Rugby: Tupou's try saver reflection of Japan's improved defense

A superb tackle from Will Tupou on Waisea Nayacalevu was perhaps the key moment in Japan's enthralling 34-21 win over Fiji on Saturday.Following a stellar first half at Kamaishi Recovery Memorial Stadium that saw the hosts take a 29-14 lead, the Fijians came firing out of the blocks at the start of the second stanza.Some missed tackles straight from the kickoff saw Nayacalevu reach the line and it looked like he had surely scored his side's third try.But a diving Tupou managed to dislodge the ball and prevent the Flying Fijians from gaining momentum that could have turned the game in their …READ FULL ARTICLE