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Laurie Mains: Former All Blacks coach says Japan will benefit most from All Blacks World Cup exodus

Published: Feb. 7, 2023, 6:57 p.m.

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Japanese rugby is set to reap the benefits from this year\'s All Blacks World Cup exodus.

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114-capped Aaron Smith and 112-capped Beauden Barrett will head for the Toyota Verblitz club at the end of the season, where Sir Steve Hansen is the director of rugby.

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Former All Blacks coach Laurie Mains has explained who gains most on the Mike Hosking Breakfast.

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\\u201cThey\\u2019re both very talented, very knowledgeable, they will help their coaches, they will help their teammates. Look how much stronger Japan is compared to what they were 20 years ago.\\u201d

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NZR and 31-year-old Barrett remain in discussions about a possible return beyond 2024.

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