CHALLENGE CUP
Ultimate Rugby Jan 1

Ofisina breaks through Grenoble's defense in the opening minutes of the first half and earns the penalty thanks to great support by Cowan. Geraghty converts from the tee to close the deficit to 4 points.

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HALF TIME! Both sides make their way inside for the half. London Irish force their way back into this fixture with a well worked try on the stroke of half time. Guest takes charge of Irish's maul off the line out and the 10 man maul go over their third try. A great half of rugby, with both sides showing their strength in attack. Grenoble still hold the lead at 27-20, but with a full half of rugby yet to be played anything could happen! Live updates to follow.

Ultimate Rugby Jan 1

Penalty to Irish on the halfway. Geraghty opts for the corner. Possible score for the home side before the half ends.

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The home side have been very quiet since the opening 10 minutes. Grenoble look in control here, with the momentum shifting in their favour.

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Another penalty for Grenoble. Irish penalised for a high tackle. Possibly withing kicking distance for Julien Caminati.

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Hart kicking well off the tee, slotting all his kicks so far except for one conversion. The scrum half's form is seriously punishing Irish for their lack of discipline.

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Julien Caminati slots a drop goal attempt from 45 metres between the posts! Impressive kick by the full back. Grenoble extend their lead again as we enter the last 10 minutes of the first half.

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Irish earn the penalty off the scrum. The home side's pack has been dominating at the set piece so far in this meeting. Geraghty brings Irish back to within 1 score.

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Irish really punishing themselves in the last few plays with their penalty count. Grenoble capitalise through Hart and Caminati both in good kicking form. Grenoble extend their lead to 21-12.

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Julien Caminati takes over kicking duties here, giving his side the lead. Grenoble lead 15-12.