Head-to-head

How it works: the gap between the two TheBreakdown ratings, neutral venue. Our own model built from every Test; see the rankings page for the method.

Test history

Points 20–256 in Arabian Gulf’s favour, first met 16 Apr 2006. Japan have won the last 3.

Last 3 meetings

• Japan8 May 2010 · Men's Rugby World Cup Qualifying 2011 · Tokyo5–60
• Japan3 May 2008 · Asian Five Nations 2008 · Osaka Prefecture, Higashiosaka City6–114
• Japan16 Apr 2006 · Men's Rugby World Cup Qualifying 20079–82

Scores show Arabian Gulf first.