Warner Dearns
New ZealandathleteMale8.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Warner Dearns is a New Zealand-born rugby player who represents Japan in international competitions, and he is currently in the news as part of the conversation surrounding new eligibility rules that may affect his status in Japanese rugby.
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Dearns was a constant presence in the collision areas and disrupted the opposition.
Hurricanes v Chiefs player ratings: The players who starred days out from All Blacks squad namingNew Zealand· 2026-06-21
Warner Dearns made his test debut in the final two years of Joseph’s Japan tenure.
Next All Blacks coach: Why Dave Rennie is the compelling choice to lead the All Blacks – Liam NapierNew Zealand· 2026-03-04
Warner Dearns is a newly-capped lock for the Hurricanes.
Fijian Drua v Hurricanes live updates: Hurricanes head to Fiji in round three Super Rugby Pacific clashNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
Warner Dearns is the captain of Japan and is making his debut for the Hurricanes.
Hurricanes open season with crushing win over Moana PasifikaNew Zealand· 2026-02-20
Japan captain Warner Dearns expressed disappointment over the loss but praised his team's effort.
Fiji beat Japan 33-27 in Pacific rugby final
Taiwan· 2025-09-22
Warner Dearns, captain of Japan, praised his team's performance in the second half.
Japan defeats Canada 57-15 in Pacific Nations Cup rugby
Canada· 2025-08-31
Warner Dearns is a New Zealand-born Brave Blossoms second-rower.
The ‘Japanese blood’ plan that could drastically change rugby’s player market
Australia· 2025-04-18
