Overview
- Defending champions Fiji beat Tonga 32-10 in Suva, crossing for five tries to secure a bonus point in a disciplined, forward-led display.
- Siosiua Moala was sent off for Tonga after a second yellow card in the 68th minute, with earlier Fiji tries from Seta Tamanivalu, Kalaveti Ravouvou, Tevita Ikanivere and Taniela Rakuro proving decisive.
- Japan overpowered Canada 57-15 in Sendai for their biggest win over the Maple Leafs, piling on six second-half tries after leading 17-10 at halftime.
- Warner Dearns captained Japan at age 23 and scored in the victory, with Amato Fakatava and Kippei Ishida each grabbing doubles as Eddie Jones blooded several new caps.
- Canada missed the bonus point that would have guaranteed a 2027 World Cup berth and now awaits Sept. 6 when the U.S. plays Japan, while PNC semifinals are set for Sept. 14 in Denver and the final for Sept. 20 in Salt Lake City.