Top League Highlights: Ricoh Black Rams vs Canon Eagles
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A strong finish by the Black Rams saw them claim a 40-24 home win over the Eagles in round 13 of the Japanese Top League. Both sides crossed for two first half tries, with a Black Rams penalty giving them a slender 15-14 lead at the break. An early second half Black Rams try was quickly followed by a penalty as the hosts led 25-14. The Eagles were next to score to close the gap to four points before the sides traded penalties to see the Black Rams lead 28-24. The Black Rams would finish the better of the two sides, with two late tries seeing them pull away to wrap up the victory.