The Māori All Blacks are aiming to be both brutal and fleet-footed in tonight's clash against a Japan XV in Tokyo. 

The match day 23, which features eight newcomers, has only had two trainings amid the travel to Japan after being named on Tuesday. 

But first-time captain Kurt Eklund wants the team to play in typical Māori fashion, playing with power and pace. 

The match is underway from 9.05pm.  

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