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  Michael Leitch was born in Christchurch, New Zealand.
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  He was chosen as one of the best 15 players of Japan rugby top league for the first time.
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  He was officially nationalized to Japan. His name changed to Leitch Michael.
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  He was chosen as captain of Japanese national team by Eddie Jones.
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  He lead the Japanese team to best 8 in the world cup.