Jacob Stockdale helps Ulster hang on for hard-fought victory at Bath
(The Guardian Sports News)

o Bath 16-17 Ulstero English club fall to agonising defeatJacob Stockdale´s interception five metres from his own line after time was up won a tight match that simmered without nearing boiling point. Zach Mercer caught a ball above his head and broke into Ulster´s 22 and had Semesa Rokoduguni waiting for the scoring pass on his right, but in what was a description of the home side´s afternoon, Bath were unable to finish what they started.The first half was notable for a series of thunderous hits and handling errors. Both sides were prepared to run from deep, but neither was able to secure quick ball and for all their territory and possession, Bath went into the break 7-6 down with two Freddie Burns penalties poor reward for long periods of dominance. Continue reading...