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Simon Thomas

Unheralded Welsh winger makes himself a hero in huge English Premiership match

While there was a sparkling display from Louis Rees-Zammit, it was another Welsh winger who had the final word in Friday night’s west country derby at Ashton Gate. Test star Rees-Zammit scored one try and set up a second for Gloucester in their Gallagher Premiership clash with Bristol, showing off his blistering pace and predatory finishing. You can read about the reaction to his performance here.

But it was a less heralded Welsh-qualified wide man who produced the match-winning score amid a thrilling finale. Former Ebbw Vale flyer Toby Fricker went over in the 79th minute for his second try of the night to earn Bristol a 29-28 victory to the delight of the home fans.

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