Bath Rugby is gearing up to host Gloucester Rugby in the quarter-finals of the 2024/25 EPCR Challenge Cup.
The two teams have already clashed twice this season, with Bath Rugby emerging victorious both times in the league. However, the European clash presents Gloucester Rugby with an opportunity for redemption.
The highly anticipated match will take place on Sunday, April 13, at the Recreation Ground, with the kickoff scheduled for 5:30 pm.
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Viewers can catch the live action on Premier Sports 1, with the coverage commencing at 5 pm. Premier Sports subscription starts at £15.99 per month, offering cost-effective deals for long-term commitments.
For those unable to attend the stadium, SomersetLive and GloucestershireLive will provide live blogging, delivering comprehensive coverage including build-up, team news, play-by-play match updates, reactions, stats, analysis, interviews, and highlights. Additionally, BBC Radio Somerset and BBC Radio Gloucestershire are set to provide live commentary during the game.
The teams' lineups have been confirmed, promising an electrifying encounter.
Bath Rugby’s Starting XV:
Ciaran Donoghue, Tom de Glanville, Cameron Redpath, Will Butt, Will Muir, Finn Russell, Ben Spencer (c), Beno Obano, Tom Dunn, Archie Griffin, Quinn Roux, Ross Molony, Ted Hill, Ethan Staddon, Alfie Barbeary
Gloucester Rugby’s Starting XV:
Santiago Carreras, Christian Wade, Chris Harris (c), Will Butler, Jacob Morris, Gareth Anscombe, Caolan Englefield, Ciaran Knight, Jack Singleton, Kirill Gotovtsev, Freddie Clarke, Cameron Jordan, Deian Gwynne, Harry Taylor, Ruan Ackermann
Referee: Sam Grove-White (Sco)
Assistant Referee: Hollie Davidson (Sco) and Ludovic Cayre (Fra)
TMO: Eric Gauzins (Fra)
Citing Commissioner: Shaun Veldsman (SA)
The West Country derby promises high-stakes drama and a display of exceptional rugby talent as both teams vie for a coveted spot in the semi-finals. Don’t miss this thrilling clash between Bath Rugby and Gloucester Rugby.