Hans in the Ruck 0 - 10 RFC Nautical
HT 0-7
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Pro 12 - Week 18
Referee: Jérôme Garcès Kick-Off: 15:00
Hans in the Ruck - 0
RFC Nautical - 10
Tries: M. Rigging Con: B. Bow Pens: B.Bow
A dreary match at the Hu Lao Gate saw Hans in the Ruck fall further from grace, dropping points to match favourites RFC Nautical.
An early Manuel Rigging breakaway try silenced the Gate, with Bow converting and RFC Nautical finding their groove quickly. The rest of the match was trash tier phases and set pieces with a Benedict Bow penalty the only noteworthy event.
Hans lacked efficiency at the breakdown and creativity on the break, leading to a frustrating 80 minutes against one of the hottest teams in the league at the moment. "You just can't be making these silly mistakes against Nautical" states retired Checkatrade centre, James Beattie, "maybe against GWRFC you get away with it, but here it's not acceptable". This result marks three games without a win for Hans who are looking to compete for playoff contention.
RFC Nautical stretch away in 3rd and this result puts them within 4 points of 2nd place Land of the Rucking Sun. It was another clinical display from the team whose eyes are fixed firmly on the Leaders Shield.
Zhang Liao to 'RC3Breakdown' correspondent Guy Branston
"I'm not sure what to say to you, Guy. The boys are really shaken up, especially Hefei Castle. A word to the fans out there: I will stand by this club thick or thin, as I've stood by my friend Hefei in the past. Need I remind anyone of the Battle of Hefei? This club can and will turn it around this season."
Davy Jones to Channel 5's Connor Murray
"Yarr, this be another fine victory for the club. Tharr'll be plenty o' time to celebrate when th' season's done. We just be focusin' on th' next match now."
Hans in the Ruck
15. H. Mark
14. G. Ning
13. Z. Liao
12. L. Tong
11. M. Chao
10. S. Yi
9. S. Quan
1. H. Castle
2. P. De
3. X. Zhu
4. G.Yu
5. C. Cao
6. L. Bu
7. D. Wei
8. H. Zhong
RFC Nautical
15. A. Aft
14. E. Indiaman
13. B. Bow
12. M. Rigging
11. G. Runner
10. S. Sonar
9. C. Charter
1. N. Oilspill
2. S. Stern
3. N. Maru
4. N. Trawlerman
5. S. McFurnace
6. P. Coal
7. H. Battener
8. P. Monkey
Hans in the Ruck Finishers: Z. Fei, H.Gai, L. Meng, T.Ci, G. Ping, L. Bei, J. Wei, A. Arbalest
RFC Nautical Finishers: S. Starboard, P. Portside, K. Nevis, A. Anchor, C. Crowsnest, G. Gunner, B. Broadside, F. Fore
Man of the Match: N. Maru Shithouse: Z. Liao Hardest Hit: Z.Liao Best Offload: C. Cao Biggest Carry: G. Yu
RFC Nautical's elation celebrating their victory
Pro 12 Table 'as it stands'
This result cements RFC Nautical in 3rd, keeping them in the title race and extending the gap between themselves and 4th place. Meanwhile condemning Hans in the Ruck to the bottom of playoff contention.
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