The 1st XV travel to Doncaster Phoenix this afternoon looking to build momentum at a crucial point in the season. With the revised kick-off time now set for 3pm, the squad know that a strong performance away from home could prove significant in the race for the playoffs.

After the last couple of outings, there have been encouraging signs in both attack and defence. The side has shown the ability to create opportunities and control periods of the game, but consistency across the full 80 minutes will be key if they are to turn performances into points on the road.

Currently sitting 6th in the league, the table remains tight and the equation is fairly simple: a good run over the next few matches will keep playoff ambitions firmly alive. Dropped points at this stage, however, would make that task much more difficult.

While Doncaster Phoenix are still searching for their first win of the season, recent scores and opposition reports suggest they continue to compete hard and make games physical. That means the visitors will need to match that intensity from the outset and stay disciplined if they want to control the game and take their chances when they come.

Kick-off is 3pm and support on the road, as always, is greatly appreciated.

Join us back at Sandhill Lane for the penultimate weekend of 6 Nations rugby with Italy v England 6 Nations at 4.40 pm.