Michael Hooper signs with Japanese side Toyota Verblitz

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has accepted a shock move to Japan to play with Toyota Verblitz.

According to reports, Hooper has inked a six-month deal for the first half of 2021 after which he will return to the NSW Waratahs and the Wallabies.

Hooper says this is a great opportunity for him to learn in a new rugby environment and develop a different perspective on the game.

He adds he is really excited in the direction of rugby in Australia both at a Super Rugby level and at the Wallabies too under new coach Dave Rennie.

Hooper says the Super Rugby Australia competition this year has unearthed some really good young talent and they are all keeping him on his toes.

[Source: Rugbypass.com]