Eddie Jones Returns as Head Coach for Japan, Aims for Rugby World Cup Success
Forever Sports Online – Eddie Jones, the renowned rugby coach, has made a surprising comeback as the head coach for the Japanese national rugby team, less than two months after resigning from his position as the coach for Australia. The news has sent shockwaves through the rugby community, as Jones signed a four-year deal that will see him lead Japan up to the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
This is not the first time that Jones has been at the helm of the Japanese team. In fact, he previously coached Japan from 2012 to 2015, and even served as an assistant coach in 1996. He has a history of success with the team, most notably leading the Brave Blossoms to a legendary victory over South Africa at the 2015 World Cup. This win put Japan on the global rugby map and established Jones as a highly regarded figure in the Japanese rugby community.
The decision to bring back Jones comes as Japan looks to build on their impressive performance in the 2019 World Cup, where they reached the quarter-finals under the leadership of Jamie Joseph. With Jones at the helm, the Japanese Rugby Football Union (JRFU) is hoping to take the team to even greater heights.
The appointment of Jones comes as no surprise, considering his long-standing relationship with JRFU president Masato Tsuchida. The two have been close friends since 1996, and Tsuchida specifically mentioned Jones when he was announced as the new JRFU president in 2022. It is clear that Tsuchida holds Jones in high regard and believes that he is the right person to lead Japanese rugby into a new era.
In addition to his coaching expertise, Jones has also expressed his desire for a centralized system in Australia, where he can have more control over the minutes played by players at each club. This has raised interesting discussions about the potential changes that may occur within the Japanese rugby system under Jones’ leadership. Tsuchida, for his part, has stated that he wants the new head coach to have a strong influence over all levels of rugby in Japan, indicating a desire for more control and power.
As Jones takes up his new position, the Japanese rugby community waits in anticipation to see how he will shape the team and guide them to success in the upcoming Rugby World Cup. With his track record of success and the support of Tsuchida, Jones certainly has the potential to elevate Japanese rugby to new heights. Fans can only hope that his leadership will bring further success and create a lasting legacy for Japanese rugby.
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