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Gloucester & Northampton Storm into Prem Rugby Cup Semis
21 Feb
Summary
- Gloucester secured a dominant 43-17 victory over Sale with seven tries.
- Northampton achieved a commanding 49-21 win against Newcastle.
- Both teams boosted their chances of reaching the Prem Rugby Cup semi-finals.
Gloucester and Northampton have propelled themselves towards the Prem Rugby Cup semi-finals with crucial bonus-point wins. Gloucester delivered a formidable performance, defeating Sale with a decisive 43-17 scoreline, highlighted by seven tries including a brace from Ben Redshaw. This victory places Gloucester at the top of Pool A.
Northampton also secured a comfortable victory, overcoming Newcastle 49-21. Toby Thame contributed two tries, and Anthony Belleau's perfect kicking display was instrumental. This win positions Northampton advantageously for semi-final qualification, as they hold a five-point lead over Saracens.
These outcomes have unfortunately led to the elimination of Sale and Newcastle from the competition. Gloucester and Northampton now look ahead to the final round of pool games, with their sights firmly set on securing a place in the semi-finals.
