Burrell also took a hard knock during the build up to the try and is replaced by Myler as we restart

Jono Ross is sent to the bin for cynical play in the build up to the try

Paterson crashes over from close range

Luther Burrell crashes up and is tackled 3m short.

The smallest man on the pitch Faf de Klerk is pinged for a high tackle. Francis sets up an attacking lineout 5m out.

Northampton win their own restart and Ratuniyarawa carries up to the Sale 22

Francis restarts the game

Faf de Klerk kicks it out bringing the half to a close. HT Northampton 6 Sale 31.

Sale looking to wind the clock down before HT.

Luck is really with the visitors this afternoon. Faf de Klerk box kicks into the corner from his own 22, Yarde wins the foot race and hacks past Tuala to score under the posts.