Wallabies hold off Japan in Les Kiss’ coaching debut
Australia defeated Japan 35-32 in Les Kiss' first match as Wallabies coach, despite playing with a red card.
Les Kiss led the Wallabies for the first time against Japan in a tight contest. Australia came away with a 35-32 victory despite being reduced to 10 players following a red card. Japan mounted a strong rally but fell short in the match.
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