Rugby produced their worst performance in many a season at a warm and sunny Priory Lane. They were totally outplayed in every facet of the game by Park who, in total contrast to the visitors, were sharp, committed, organised and incisive.

The opening ten minutes was as good as it got for the Lions, and Matt Goode slotted two penalties to give them a 6-0 lead following repeated infringements from the home side. Then it became embarrassingly one-sided with Rugby struggling to get out of their own half.

Lion’s midfield defence has looked suspect all season and the home side showed just how vulnerable they can be in this area. Park scored two converted tries and a penalty to give them a comfortable lead at half time and the omens were not good for the visitors.

The second half continued Park’s dominance, and Rugby’s inability to retain what little ball they had, was costing them dear. Rugby were so poor, they could not threaten Park’s 22 metre line, let alone the try line. The only question was how many tries the home side were going to rack up, and it was painful watching for the handful of travelling supporters.

As bad as Rugby were, credit must go to Rosslyn Park, who played an attractive and effective running game, and looked dangerous whenever they had the ball. (Which was 90% of the time)

It is back to the drawing board for Rugby, and much work needs to be done before next Saturday’s game against Canterbury at Webb Ellis Road.