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Rugby World Cup 2015: Japan brought crashing down to earth by Scotland
Published 1618 GMT (0018 HKT) September 23, 2015
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Scotland burst Japan's bubble following its famous victory over South Africa at the weekend, with Vern Cotter's men running out 45-10 winners at the Kingsholm Stadium Wednesday. Ben Hoskins/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Japan fans were brought crashing down to earth, with Scotland teaching their team a lesson in Gloucester. David Rogers/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Mark Bennett touches down to score Scotland's second try, and his first of two, against Japan. Ben Hoskins/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Scotland players celebrate Bennett's first try at the Kingsholm Stadium. Ben Hoskins/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Amanaki Mafi of Japan had given his side a first-half lead after scoring the game's opening try. Ben Hoskins/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Japan supporters celebrate Mafi's try against Scotland. David Rogers/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Japan players celebrate the try by Mafi, who was one of six changes to the side made by coach Eddie Jones following the win over South Africa. Ben Hoskins/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Japan try scorer Mafi was later stretched off in the second half after sustaining an injury. Julian Finney/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
A Japan fan looks on during the 2015 Rugby World Cup Pool B match. David Rogers/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
The Japan team line up for the national anthems ahead of the clash with Scotland. David Rogers/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
Japan fans get in the mood ahead of kick-off against Scotland at the Kingsholm Stadium. David Rogers/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images
