Ireland defeat Japan 36-20 in a Nations Championship match, with the team making major changes to its lineup. All three reports describe Ireland as taking control despite fielding a much-changed side, and they record the win to reach a perfect start in the tournament: two wins from two matches. The outlets highlight that debutants in the Ireland squad impress in the game, contributing to the team’s performance as they secure the victory over Japan. The final score is consistent across the sources, with Ireland winning 36-20. While the articles focus primarily on the overall outcome and the impact of Ireland’s rotation, they agree on the key points of the match: Ireland’s revamped selection, Japan as the opponent, the final margin of 16 points, and the significance of the result for Ireland’s Nations Championship campaign. The reports do not introduce conflicting details about the match result or tournament context.