POSTPONED: Bath clash with Toulon will no longer go ahead today
Rugby NewsSaturday, 14 January 2023 at 11:53
Saturday's European Challenge Cup match between Bath and Toulon has been postponed due to flooding at The Rec, according to a statement released by Bath Rugby Club.
Despite the delay, the club remains hopeful that the game will be rescheduled for this weekend. T
he postponement comes as a disappointment for Bath, who have yet to secure a victory in the tournament, having lost their previous two games against Glasgow Warriors and Toulon.
"Due to heavy and persistent rainfall over recent days, the River Avon has exceeded its bank-full capacity," a club statement said.
"There has been flooding in and around entrances to The Rec and on the key approach routes to the stadium, particularly at the south end of the stadium.
"There are up to eight inches of standing water in areas of the stadium, meaning it is not safe for supporters to attend.
"The pitch has also been deemed unplayable by the referee and club officials from both Bath and Toulon due to standing water at the south end of the field."
Bath said the situation was "hugely disappointing" and "an announcement about when the game will take place will be communicated as soon as possible".
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