After several phases of expansive passing, Yamada got over in the corner. The ref has gone to the TMO to see if Matsushima obstructed the defender.
Japan getting forward with some expansive passing.
Japan knock it on after 12 phases in the 22m. Great defensive display from the Maori team.
Japan edging forward in the Maori 22m.
Not rolling away, Japan penalty on the half way. They find great touch in the 22m.
Maori penalty in front of the poles. West will line it up.
New Zealand set up a maul in the 22m, they used the ball and Yamada nearly intercepted a flat pass from West. New Zealand scrum in the 22m.
Strong Japan counter ruck in their 22m. Ono's clearing kick didn't go very far though, New Zealand line out in the 22m.
Maori New Zealand have now gathered momentum and are looking good.
Lowe broke the Japanese defence and popped it to Smylie. Smylie saw no way forward so he turned back and played it back to reset the attack. It was spread wide to Milner-Skudder who got over in the corner.