Patchell becomes a rocket in Japan

On the move: Rhys Patchell scoring a try for the Highlanders last season
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WALES fly-half Rhys Patchell has joined NEC Green Rockets Tokatsu in Japan.
The 31-year-old spent the 2024 Super Rugby season with Highlanders in New Zealand but will now link up with former Wales head coach Wayne Pivac, who is in charge at Green Rockets.
Patchell signed for Highlanders in Dunedin in July 2023 on a one-year deal after being released by Scarlets, becoming the first Welsh player to leave Wales to sign for a Super Rugby side in New Zealand.
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