Worcester Warriors completed a remarkable comeback season by defeating Bedford Blues in the Champ play-off final. After being expelled from the Premiership in 2022-23 due to financial administration, the reformed club secured their first silverware since returning to English rugby's second tier.

Hugh Bokenham opened scoring for Warriors before Bedford surged ahead through tries from Joey Conway and Dean Adamson. Tim Anstee's corner try and Will Reed's first-half score gave Worcester a narrow 12-9 lead at the break. The momentum shifted decisively when Fred Tuilagi received a sin-bin for an off-the-ball incident.

Siva Naulago capitalized on the numerical advantage to push Worcester's lead to 24-14. Billy Twelvetrees added a penalty to seal the victory, capping a historic campaign that saw them overcome previously-unbeaten Ealing Trailfinders in the semi-finals. Despite the triumph, Warriors will remain in the second tier after promotion and relegation was scrapped earlier this year.

This victory validates the club's rebuild under difficult circumstances. Worcester's fourth-place finish followed by playoff success demonstrates resilience, though the lack of promotion means their Premiership return remains uncertain.