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The Māori All Blacks have claimed a decisive win in their first of two matches in Japan.

Coach Ross Filipo named a strong side for the first game against Japan XV, with Crusaders first five Rivez Reihana starting on debut.

Chiefs vice-captain Rameka Poihipi also represented the Māori All Blacks for the first time, while in the second row Laghlan McWhannell earned his first cap too.

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Coles Forbes also pulled on the jersey for the first time at fullback, after an impressive season for the Blues.

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