Finish Strong to Conclude the SeasonToyota Verblitz have announced their 23-man squad for their final match of the season, to be held on May 10th at Toyota Stadium, where they will face Kubota Spears Funabashi Tokyo Bay. Scrum-half Kaisei Tamura, who made his debut in the April 27th against the Sungoliath, will once again start at half-back. Prop Ge...2025.05.08 23:52English Content
Long-Awaited Victory Secures League One Survival – Toyota Verblitz Avoids Relegation PlayoffOn May 4th, Toyota Verblitz faced Mie Honda Heat in Suzuka in Round 17 of NTT Japan Rugby League One. In a must-win match to avoid the relegation playoff, Verblitz surged to a 31-11 lead by halftime and held off a strong second-half comeback by the Heat to claim a 38-30 victory. With this result, Verblitz secured their...2025.05.06 06:47English Content
Treat this game as if it's the Grand FinalToyota Verblitz have announced their squad for the Round 17 fixture of NTT Japan Rugby League One, where they will face Mie Honda Heat on May 4th. Scrum-half Aaron Smith, who was left out of the previous matchday squad, returns to start at half-back. The team will also enter the match with a 6-2 bench configuration for...2025.05.03 07:34English Content
"We fight with determination and enjoy the pressure." - Steve HansenOn April 27th, Toyota Verblitz faced Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath at Hanazono Rugby Stadium in Osaka for Round 16 of the NTT Japan Rugby League One. Despite trailing narrowly 14-19 at halftime, Verblitz conceded three consecutive tries just past the 10-minute mark of the second half, ultimately losing 28–45. Their cumulati...2025.04.29 08:05English Content
Kaisei Tamura to make first start at scrum-half.The match-day squad for the upcoming match against Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath on April 27th at Hanazono Rugby Stadium in Osaka has been announced. Kaisei Tamura, in his third year with the team, will make his first appearance for Verblitz as a starter. Flanker William Tupou will start for the first time since Round 5, an...2025.04.26 03:16English Content
Defeat in the Rain: Discipline Remains a Key IssueOn April 14th, in Round 15 of the NTT Japan Rugby League One, Toyota Verblitz faced Ricoh Black Rams Tokyo at ZOZO Oripri Stadium in Ichihara, Chiba. Verblitz suffered a 7–37 loss, bringing their season record to 3 wins, 1 draw, and 11 losses. A light drizzle turned into steady rain shortly after kickoff. Two pers...2025.04.15 00:00English Content
Himeno Returns to Back Row with Aoki and Hooper After Three-Month AbsenceA reliable leader is back. Toyota Verblitz announced their squad for the April 13th clash against Black Rams Tokyo at ZOZO Park Honda Stadium in Ichihara. Number-eight and captain Kazuki Himeno makes his long-awaited return after three months, joining Keito Aoki and Michael Hooper in the back row. 2025.04.12 01:10English Content
"We Accept the Result and Will Work Even Harder." - Steve HansenIn Round 14 of the NTT Japan Rugby League One, held on April 5th at Kumagaya Rugby Stadium, Toyota Verblitz faced off against Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights and suffered a 17–55 defeat. Facing the league’s second-place team, the match also marked a significant milestone for two players. Toyota Verblitz’s scrum-hal...2025.04.08 00:36English Content
Scrum-half Kaito Shigeno is set to reach 100 caps.Toyota Verblitz has announced the 23 member squad for their Round 14 match of the NTT Japan Rugby League One on April 5th, where they will face Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights at Kumagaya Rugby Stadium.2025.04.04 07:52English Content
Defense puts an end to the losing streak: Verblitz's Victory blooms with the cherry blossoms.On March 30th, Toyota Verblitz faced Yokohama Canon Eagles in the 13th round of the NTT Japan Rugby League One at Oita’s Crasus Dome. Just four minutes into the game, flanker Keito Aoki scored his first-ever League One try, putting Verblitz in the lead. The team then held off their opposition with solid defense an...2025.03.31 07:06English Content
Early Entry Komura Earns First Start at Fly-halfToyota Verblitz has announced its 23-man squad for the match against Yokohama Canon Eagles on March 28th at Crasus Dome Oita.Toyota Verblitz has announced its 23-man squad for the match against Yokohama Canon Eagles on March 28th at Crasus Dome Oita.2025.03.29 00:51English Content
“Sometimes, we put too much pressure on ourselves" – Steve HansenOn March 22nd, Toyota Verblitz faced Sagamihara Dynaboars at Gifu’s Nagaragawa Stadium in Round 12 of NTT Japan Rugby League One. The match saw Verblitz conceding the opening score and playing from behind. In the second half, the team fought back with three consecutive tries, closing the gap to just two points. However...2025.03.24 05:52English Content