First-time captain Beirne expects high-tempo Japan duel

According to BBC Sport, Tadhg Beirne will captain Ireland for the first time on Saturday in a Nations Championship match against Japan. Beirne describes the moment as 'special, special,' though a high-tempo contest with Japan will quickly put his new leadership to the test.

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