After a hard-earned victory at the Recreation Ground on Friday night it seems almost sacrilege to criticise a rare victory at the home of our closest rivals from across the A4, but there has to be an open and honest discussion about that performance.
Yes, mitigating circumstances can be provided; yes, key internationals were missing to the Six Nations - but there was more than enough talent in both squads to have produced a blend of rugby that would keep supporters entertained and give value for money. Unfortunately, the paying punter got served complete dross.
A performance from both teams that did nothing to showcase West Country rugby in any sort of light and left me feeling oddly numb in victory. Imagine paying as much as £77 hard-earned British pounds to watch that game.
