 In the 2016 Super Rugby, the Sunwolves were defeated 92–17 by the Cheetahs, again at Bloemfontein.In the 2019 World Cup, Japan were drawn in Group A alongside Ireland, Russia, Samoa, and Scotland.After a nervy opening night win against Russia (30-10), Japan went on to beat Ireland 19–12, a huge upset and a result few predicted.