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<header style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(65, 65, 65); font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: 1px;"><figure style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 1rem;"><figcaption style="box-sizing: border-box;">Jamie Joseph is ready to face the Lions
</figcaption></figure></header>The British Lions and Irish Lions kick off their summer with a historic match against Japan at Murrayfield.
These two sides have never met before, so this game is a must-see for all rugby fans.
Lucky 16,500 supporters will be permitted inside Murrayfield to attend the first return of fans event.
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Japan's head coach Jamie Joseph said that he will need both experienced players and new talent to keep the fire burning during the match.
In Rugby World, he wrote: "Our team culture was so strong. Things were player-led. Without those players, we'd have to start over.
"It's wonderful to have Lappies Labuschagne and Yu Tamura back in our fold.
"Despite that, we need to see some younger players as we approach the 2023 World Cup. We need to test if players are able to handle the intensity of the preparation and games.
When is the match?
The game will begin at 3 p.m. BST on Saturday 26 June.
It is available from where?
The match will be broadcast live on Channel 4 at 2.15 pm.
It can also be streamed via All 4.
News from the team
Hamish Watson, a Lions player, has been removed from the match due to a concussion.
Warren Gatland, the head coach, has chosen six players from Wales, six Irish, and three Scots for his starting 15.
After a string of caps on previous tours, Alum Wyn Jones will be making his debut as Lions captain. Seven stars, including Jack Conan and Zander ***erson, will win their first caps.
[h=3][/h]No injuries have been reported in the Japan squad, which is being skippered at this time by Michael Leitch.
Line-ups
British and Irish LionsJosh Adams, Liam Williams, Robbie Henshaw, and Bunded Aki are all available. Connor Murray, Jack Conan, Justin Triprotic, and Tach Beirne are also available. Reserves: Jamie George and Wyn Jones, Courtney Lawes. Taulupe Faletau. Ali Price. Owen Farrell. Anthony Watson.
Japan Ryohei Yamanaka. Timothy Lafaele. Ryoto Matsushima. Siosaia fifth. Yu Tamura. Kaito Shigeno. Amanaki Lelei Mafi. Pieter Labuschagne. Michael Leitch (captain), James Moore. Wimpie van der Walt. Jiwon Koo. Atsushi Sakate. Keita Inagaki. Reserves: Kosuke Hojishi, Craig Millar. Asaeli ai Valu. Jack Cornelsen. Kazuki Himeno. Tevita Tatafu. Rikiya Yamada.
Odds
British and Irish Lions – 1/10
Draw -50/1
Japan -6/1
Prediction
The Lions have taken a while to get together as a team, and the World Cup's quality has shown that Japan is a formidable opponent. Fans might be surprised at how tight the match will be. Japan is known for its love of upset. South Africa and Ireland know this too, so rugby fans will be up against it. Lions 25 Japan 20.
</figcaption></figure></header>The British Lions and Irish Lions kick off their summer with a historic match against Japan at Murrayfield.
These two sides have never met before, so this game is a must-see for all rugby fans.
Lucky 16,500 supporters will be permitted inside Murrayfield to attend the first return of fans event.
Japan's head coach Jamie Joseph said that he will need both experienced players and new talent to keep the fire burning during the match.
In Rugby World, he wrote: "Our team culture was so strong. Things were player-led. Without those players, we'd have to start over.
"It's wonderful to have Lappies Labuschagne and Yu Tamura back in our fold.
"Despite that, we need to see some younger players as we approach the 2023 World Cup. We need to test if players are able to handle the intensity of the preparation and games.
When is the match?
The game will begin at 3 p.m. BST on Saturday 26 June.
It is available from where?
The match will be broadcast live on Channel 4 at 2.15 pm.
It can also be streamed via All 4.
News from the team
Hamish Watson, a Lions player, has been removed from the match due to a concussion.
Warren Gatland, the head coach, has chosen six players from Wales, six Irish, and three Scots for his starting 15.
After a string of caps on previous tours, Alum Wyn Jones will be making his debut as Lions captain. Seven stars, including Jack Conan and Zander ***erson, will win their first caps.
[h=3][/h]No injuries have been reported in the Japan squad, which is being skippered at this time by Michael Leitch.
Line-ups
British and Irish LionsJosh Adams, Liam Williams, Robbie Henshaw, and Bunded Aki are all available. Connor Murray, Jack Conan, Justin Triprotic, and Tach Beirne are also available. Reserves: Jamie George and Wyn Jones, Courtney Lawes. Taulupe Faletau. Ali Price. Owen Farrell. Anthony Watson.
Japan Ryohei Yamanaka. Timothy Lafaele. Ryoto Matsushima. Siosaia fifth. Yu Tamura. Kaito Shigeno. Amanaki Lelei Mafi. Pieter Labuschagne. Michael Leitch (captain), James Moore. Wimpie van der Walt. Jiwon Koo. Atsushi Sakate. Keita Inagaki. Reserves: Kosuke Hojishi, Craig Millar. Asaeli ai Valu. Jack Cornelsen. Kazuki Himeno. Tevita Tatafu. Rikiya Yamada.
Odds
British and Irish Lions – 1/10
Draw -50/1
Japan -6/1
Prediction
The Lions have taken a while to get together as a team, and the World Cup's quality has shown that Japan is a formidable opponent. Fans might be surprised at how tight the match will be. Japan is known for its love of upset. South Africa and Ireland know this too, so rugby fans will be up against it. Lions 25 Japan 20.