Scrum V Jarrod Evans kicks Wales to late Japan win
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Nov 15, 2025 
In this discussion, former Wales fly-half James Hook and rugby captain Gareth Delve break down Wales' thrilling late win over Japan. They analyze Jared Evans' pressure kick that sealed the victory, weighing its significance for World Cup seeding. The duo assesses Japan's impressive strategy under Eddie Jones and critiques Wales' tendency to play conservatively. They also touch on the balance of naturalized players in Japanese rugby and the potential long-term impact of this match on Wales' World Cup ambitions.
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Win Secures Breathing Space For Wales
- Wales' win over Japan matters beyond one match because it preserves a better World Cup seeding and buys time to rebuild.
- The result gives Steve Tandy two years to develop players without falling into a brutal group of death.
Jared Evans' Moment Of Glory
- James Hook and Gareth Rhys Owen recall Jared Evans' last-minute pressure kick and the emotional aftermath.
- Both describe how kickers often know instantly if a match-winning kick has gone straight over.
Push Players Toward Bigger Challenges
- Encourage young players to be ambitious and seek big-game opportunities rather than merely surviving.
- Push players to test their ceiling by moving clubs or environments that present bigger challenges.