Finn Russell scored 15 points, including two late penalties, to steer Bath to a 30-26 victory over Gloucester in a fierce West Country derby. Bath's late surge overturned a 72nd-minute deficit, securing a crucial Premiership win that sent them back to the top of the table.

Despite being clear underdogs, Gloucester fought valiantly, scoring four tries through Val Rapava-Ruskin, Charlie and Seb Atkinson, and Josiah Edwards-Giraud. Their effort earned two bonus points, a significant haul for a team that has struggled for wins this season, keeping them in touch with the playoff race.

Bath's win was built on resilience and key substitutions from coach Johann van Graan. The match was a classic derby, decided by small margins and Bath's power in the final quarter. For Gloucester, it was a performance of pride that, while ending in defeat, offers real hope for the remainder of their campaign.