Rugby: Japan-Scotland clash living up to hype

The Japan versus Scotland clash in Yokohama was always one of the most talked about fixtures when the draw for the Rugby World Cup was made in Kyoto in 2017.And so it has proved, though sadly not always for the reasons most were hoping for.As was expected all those months ago, Pool A has become a three-way shootout with Japan, Scotland and Ireland vying for the two quarterfinal spots.The arrival of Typhoon Hagibis and its ramifications, however, have overshadowed Sunday's game, with the Scottish Rugby Union threatening World Rugby with legal action if the game is cancelled and they are prev…READ FULL ARTICLE