Montpellier secured their place in the European Challenge Cup final with an 18-12 victory over Dragons at the Septeo Stadium. The French side will now face Ulster in the showpiece final. Tom Banks scored a try while Vincent contributed 13 points with the boot, establishing Montpellier's territorial advantage throughout the encounter.

Dragons showed fighting spirit despite the defeat. Rio Dyer produced a brilliant piece of defence to deny Auguste Cadot a certain try, while Wales centre Owen crossed for a late score to set up a tense finale. The Welsh side struggled with their own line-outs but managed to frustrate Montpellier for long periods, even after replacement prop Nika Abuladze received a yellow card.

The victory showcased Montpellier's forward power, with Lenni Nouchi and Bernadet particularly influential in the driving maul that led to the decisive try. Dragons' defence, improved under the tutelage of Dale Macleod and Dan Lydiate, kept them in contention but ultimately couldn't overcome the French side's dominance in possession and territory.