Jones coached the Brumbies to the Super Rugby title in 2001 before going on to coach Australia from 2001-05.
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The road will be tougher for Georgia now, with games against Argentina, New Zealand and Namibia on the horizon.
They had a chance to level the score and settle for a draw, but Japan showed guts to turn down shots at goal to go for glory.
Pat Lambie says he and the rest of a “hurting” South Africa squad are desperate to get back on the pitch and make amends for their humiliating Rugby World Cup defeat to Japan.
South Africa were expected to dominate Japan at the set-piece but were caught out as the fearless Blossoms held their own at scrum and line-out.
Japan has staged the greatest ever Rugby World Cup upset after stunning South Africa 34-32 in their tournament opener.
“It gave us an additional focus because they didn’t just compete, they won”, said Cotter.
“I really enjoyed our interactions and working with Eddie during the 2007 World Cup, he can add even more value here – both in terms of pushing for trophies and, importantly, in helping the continued development of our coaches and players”.
Jones has a similar game plan to that which worked against South Africa, where his side came through strongly in the dying stages.
“We’ve been watching Japan for a long time and we always knew they were an exceptional side”, Scotland assistant coach Matt Taylor told reporters on Tuesday.
“And when I saw the Japanese fans in tears, I realised how much it meant for them”.
“Scoring four tries should be enough but our discipline wasn’t good enough”.
“We know there will be probably be a backlash, but we’re going to be ready for it”, he said as the Pacific Islanders began preparations for the clash.
“As soon as we understand what the weaknesses are that were exposed in that game, we can move forward”. “The little fish at the bottom of the ocean just eat what they can get”.
The Dark Blues kick-off their tournament campaign on Wednesday against Japan in Gloucester and the fixture now takes on a whole new complexion following that historic win.
“Next it’s the most important game in the World Cup, against Scotland”, said Jones.
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“I’ve got six teammates that were on the field and, obviously, after the match we had a group chat with those who can understand English, and they’re over the moon”, Burger said.
