European Challenge Cup game between Bath and Toulon rescheduled

The European Challenge Cup game between Bath and Toulon to be played at The Recreation Ground on Saturday has been postponed.

The decision follows after a flooding at the venue which had resulted in up to eight inches of standing water in the stadium deeming the conditions unplayable.

"Due to heavy and persistent rainfall over recent days, the River Avon has exceeded its bank-full capacity," read a Bath statement.

"There has been flooding in and around entrances to The Rec and on the key approach routes to the stadium, particularly at the south end of the stadium.

"There are up to eight inches of standing water in areas of the stadium, meaning it is not safe for supporters to attend.

"The pitch has also been deemed unplayable by the referee and club officials from both Bath and Toulon due to standing water at the south end of the field."

The fixture now will be played on Sunday at Gloucester's home venue Kingsholm Stadium.

"Since the confirmed postponement at The Rec, the club has worked quickly with EPCR to confirm an alternative venue to complete the fixture with supporters able to attend," added the statement.

Ticketing details are currently being worked through with Gloucester and EPCR. The club will communicate information as soon as possible. "