Daisuke Ohata

Rugby player; Japan national team star

Daisuke Ohata - Rugby player; Japan national team star
Born

November 11th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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A rugby player born in Nagoya, Japan, played primarily as a winger. Debuted for the Japan national team in 1996, accumulating a significant number of caps over the course of a ten-year international career. Contributed to the team's participation in three Rugby World Cups: 1999, 2003, and 2007. Gained recognition for speed and scoring ability, becoming one of Japan's all-time leading try scorers. Played for several clubs, including the Kobe Steelers in domestic competitions, achieving multiple championships during the career.

Competed in three Rugby World Cups

Became Japan's leading try scorer

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