Wales defeat Japan 28-21 in their Nations Championship opener at the Principality Stadium, in a match that several outlets describe as lacking sharpness despite Wales claiming the result. Multiple reports highlight Josh Adams scoring two tries, with Louis Rees-Zammit also featuring in the scoring, and note the contest stays tight late on.

Across the coverage, outlets agree Wales need improvement in areas such as overall performance and the set-piece, even as they secure a bonus-point win. The match is framed as part of Wales’ autumn campaign, with some emphasising the “stuttering” start and others focusing on the contrast between the scoreline and the quality of play. A couple of sources look ahead to a future fixture against the All Blacks at Cardiff, while others focus on individual standouts and player ratings.