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JAPANESE STAR JOINS FALCONS
The Journal
|August 09, 2025
JAPANESE international Amanaki Mafi has become Newcastle Falcons’ latest signing ahead of the new season, joining on a one-year deal.
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The powerful back-rower is renowned for his big hitting and offloading, joining Newcastle from Japanese Top League side Canon Eagles.
Set to enjoy his second stint in England after a spell at Bath Rugby, the 35-year-old boasts Super Rugby experience having played for Melbourne Rebels and Japanese side, Sunwolves.
This story is from the August 09, 2025 edition of The Journal.
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