Bath Seals Home Last-16 Tie in Investec Champions Cup with Thrashing of Edinburgh
A nine try thrashing by Bath at home to Edinburgh in the Investec Champions Cup, sealed a home last-16 tie for Johann van Graan's side. The English champions, who are now top of Pool 2, will host their quarter-final if they progress past the knockout stage.
Bath dominated from start to finish, scoring nine tries, while Edinburgh were left with just one score. Centre Piers O'Conor scored the visitors' only try in a game where Bath's backline proved too much for the Scottish side.
The dominant front-row trio of Thomas du Toit, Beno Obano and Tom Dunn all crossed in the first half, helping to win a scrum penalty try. The Bath forwards also helped to turn over possession several times, allowing their backs to attack.
Bath's backline was equally impressive with tries from Joe Cokanasiga, who scored twice, as well as Ben Spencer and Henry Arundell. Max Ojomoh's handling skills were instrumental in setting up two of Cokanasiga's scores.
Bath sealed top spot in Pool 2 by going five points clear at the end of this game. The result also means they will host their quarter-final if they progress past the last-16 stage, providing them with home advantage over whichever side they face next.
Bath manager Johann van Graan spoke about his satisfaction with the team's performance, saying that he and his squad were hungry for a win against Edinburgh in order to secure a home knockout game.
A nine try thrashing by Bath at home to Edinburgh in the Investec Champions Cup, sealed a home last-16 tie for Johann van Graan's side. The English champions, who are now top of Pool 2, will host their quarter-final if they progress past the knockout stage.
Bath dominated from start to finish, scoring nine tries, while Edinburgh were left with just one score. Centre Piers O'Conor scored the visitors' only try in a game where Bath's backline proved too much for the Scottish side.
The dominant front-row trio of Thomas du Toit, Beno Obano and Tom Dunn all crossed in the first half, helping to win a scrum penalty try. The Bath forwards also helped to turn over possession several times, allowing their backs to attack.
Bath's backline was equally impressive with tries from Joe Cokanasiga, who scored twice, as well as Ben Spencer and Henry Arundell. Max Ojomoh's handling skills were instrumental in setting up two of Cokanasiga's scores.
Bath sealed top spot in Pool 2 by going five points clear at the end of this game. The result also means they will host their quarter-final if they progress past the last-16 stage, providing them with home advantage over whichever side they face next.
Bath manager Johann van Graan spoke about his satisfaction with the team's performance, saying that he and his squad were hungry for a win against Edinburgh in order to secure a home knockout game.
just saw this match between Bath and Edinburgh in the Investec Champions Cup and it was absolute madness!!! 
I mean, 9 tries for Bath is crazy! Their backline was on fire 
with Joe Cokanasiga scoring twice 
and Ben Spencer getting in on the action too. And can we talk about Max Ojomoh's handling skills? 
he set up like 2 of Cokanasiga's scores and it was pure magic.
. It's gonna be a tough game for whoever they face, but I'm sure Johann van Graan's squad will be ready 
. This is shaping up to be an epic tournament! 
they sealed top spot in pool 2 now and will host their quarter-final at home, what a dream come true for them 
bth manager johan van graan seems so stoked too, i cant blame him 
️. That backline of theirs is pure magic 
, with Joe Cokanasiga scoring twice and Ben Spencer and Henry Arundell getting in on the action too 
. Their forwards were solid too, helping to secure those tries in the first half 
. But hey, at least they got a decent result and can now look forward to their last-16 tie... fingers crossed they don't get Bath again 
. This top spot in Pool 2 is well-deserved for the Chavs 
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bath is on fire right now!!! 9 tries is insane! joe kokanasiga is like a superstar winger lol 
can't wait to see them take on whoever they face next at home 
max ojomoh's handling skills are everything 
. They just kept pushing forward and exploiting the Scottish side's defense. Their front row did a great job too, creating scrum penalties and turning over possession to get them some easy tries 
. Now they're top of Pool 2 and will host their quarter-final if they make it past the last-16 stage, that's amazing! 
i was on the edge of my seat the whole game, i loved how they worked together as a team 
Johann van graan's got it right, this is exactly what we needed to secure that home knock out game 
let's go bath, can't wait for the next match 
. can't wait to see what happens next for bath in the tournament 
can't wait to see what happens next!
Anyway, congrats to Bath for dominating and getting home advantage in the quarter finals. Johann van Graan must be super proud of his team (and probably also relieved they didn't get injured too badly). Can't wait to see how they do next! 
bath's backline was insane tho!!! Joe Cokanasiga scored two tries and it was like he was unstoppable 
... anyway, I'm not surprised Bath are top of Pool 2 now 
, but it'll be interesting to see if they can replicate that kind of form in the next round 
just when you think rugby is all about good vibes, Bath seals their spot in the quarter finals by absolutely thrashing Edinburgh 
9 tries vs 1 try lol what even is that? 
. It's no wonder they're top of Pool 2 now. But, you know, a home quarter-final is still a big ask... if they can get past the next round 
. Still, it's all positives from Bath - their squad is looking strong and hungry for wins 
. Johann van Graan must be thrilled with the performance