Sonny Bill Williams scores first try in Japan

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WILD KNIGHT: Sonny Bill Williams in action for his Japanese club side Panasonic.

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Sonny Bill Williams scored his first try in Japan on Saturday but his Panasonic Wild Knights were beaten 32-22 by Toshiba Brave Lupus.

Williams scored in the 25th minute to cut Toshiba's lead to 10-8 but former All Black Steven Bates scored his second try early in the second half to give Toshiba a 20-10 lead.

The Wild Knights were runners-up last season and expectations were high with the addition of Williams but the team is off to a modest 2-2 start and is in fifth place.

Williams quit New Zealand's All Blacks to pursue more lucrative opportunities in Japan and Australia. He is reportedly earning $1.2 million for his 12-game stint in Japan.

After Japan, Williams will play in Australia's National Rugby League.

- AP