Gloucester Rugby secured a 23-5 victory over rivals Bath Rugby at Kingsholm, marking their first win against Bath in the Premiership since April 2022.

The Cherry and Whites showcased an outstanding defensive performance, even while down to 13 men during the first half. They managed to lead 9-5 at halftime, successfully fending off relentless attacks from Bath.

Key highlights from the match include:

• George Barton opened the scoring with three penalties, putting Gloucester in front at 9-0.
• Kepu Tuipulotu scored Bath's only try just before halftime from a driving maul.
• Freddie Thomas extended Gloucester's lead with a try under the posts midway through the second half.
• Max Llewellyn capped off the performance with a late try, sealing the victory.

This match marked a significant moment for Gloucester, as it was their first triumph over Bath since a 64-0 victory more than four years ago. Coach George Skivington emphasized the importance of this match, referring to it as the Cherry and Whites' biggest of the season, especially following a commendable draw against Bordeaux in the Champions Cup.

In contrast, Bath faced their third consecutive defeat in all competitions and suffered further setbacks with injuries to full-back Santiago Carreras and flanker Guy Pepper.

The match not only reaffirmed Gloucester's status as league leaders but also showcased their resilience, even in the absence of captain Dewi Lake and centre Seb Atkinson due to injuries.