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Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

A highly-entertaining game here in Cardiff where the hosts come out the better of a game that produced 9 tries. Cardiff got off to a dream start after Rhys Patchell finished a fine move and then added the extras. Montpellier hit back with three tries from Jamie Mackintosh, Timoci Nagusa and Julien Malzieu, as well as a penalty and conversion from Benoit Paillague to extend their lead to 20-7. But, just on the cusp of half-time, Josh Navidi bundled over following a strong Cardiff maul. Montpellier suffered two sin-binnings for Bismarck Du Plessis and substitute Robins Tchale Watchou which allowed Lloyd Williams to get the second Cardiff try. The comeback wasn't over and Alex Cuthbert made a crucial interception to put his side back in the lead. Josh Navidi added his second and his side's fifth. Montpellier hit back with a Charles Geli try to get their bonus point but Rhys Patchell was on hand to ensure they only got one bonus point by extending the lead to 37-27. These two sides will do it all again next Thursday in France.

Dean Reardon Dec 12

about time he did something just needs to learn how to tackle

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

FT 37-27

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

He slots the kick to stretch the lead to 10 and the referee signals for the end of the game.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Montpellier concede the penalty after infringing at the ruck so Rhys Patchell will have the chance to take away Montpellier's second bonus point.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

1 minute to go.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Tom James from the clearance nearly gets in in the corner but is bundled into touch.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Alex Cuthbert nearly gets over but is held up metres short. Rhys Patchell attempts the drop-goal but it is wide.

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Ethan Lewis breaks through the middle in the Cardiff 22' and gets over for the line for a bonus point. Catrakillis slots to bring the game to within 7 points. 34-27

Ultimate Rugby Dec 12

Cardiff are shocked as replacement hooker, Charles Geli breaks straight through the middle and gets under the posts.