Cornish Pirates defeat Cambridge 65-34, solidify fifth place

In a high-scoring Championship match, the Cornish Pirates defeated Cambridge 65-34, marking a significant bounce-back after their previous defeat. The Pirates scored ten tries, with standout performances from hooker Harry Hocking and prop Jay Tyack, which helped them ascend to fifth place in the league standings. Cambridge, despite a valiant effort that included five tries, could only secure a bonus point, leaving them at the bottom of the league. Cambridge's forwards coach Neil Harris acknowledged the lessons learned during the match, emphasizing the need to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Pirates' joint-head coach Gavin Cattle praised his team's exceptional play while noting areas for improvement in defense. The game highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with the Pirates capitalizing on their home advantage and Cambridge struggling to find consistency.