Billy Twelvetrees kicked the decisive penalty goal in the end as Gloucester Rugby edged out London Irish 30-28 in the 20th round of the Gallagher Premiership at Kingsholm Stadium on Friday.
It has not been all plain sailing for Alex Sanderson’s side in their quest for a Premiership play-off spot, but with a squad high on confidence and the return of Manu Tuilagi, Sale seem well placed for a tilt at the title.
Bath Rugby have confirmed that Scotland international Cameron Redpath is set to face lengthy period on the sidelines following his latest injury setback.
Wasps fly-half Charlie Atkinson has been promoted to the first team squad for the 2021/22 season after signing a new contract with the Gallagher Premiership club.
Wasps flanker Ben Morris has been handed a three-week suspension following his red-card incident during the recently concluded Gallagher Premiership encounter against Worcester Warriors at Ricoh Arena.
Harlequins full-back Mike Brown is set to appeal against the six-week ban handed to him following his red-card incident during the 18th round of Gallagher Premiership clash against Wasps.
Sam Simmonds created a new Premiership record for most tries scored in a season as Exeter Chiefs trounced London Irish 31-12 in the 19th round at Community Stadium.
USA international Greg Peterson has extended his stay with Newcastle Falcons after signing a new two-year contract with the Gallagher Premiership club.