The Dragons head coach Dai Flanagan launched a passionate tirade against referee Eoghan Cross over multiple decisions in their 10-31 defeat to the Bulls in the United Rugby Championship at Rodney Parade. Despite a valiant effort from the hosts, the high-flying Bulls proved too strong, led by Springboks star Willie le Roux. Flanagan criticized the officiating, stating that the team of match officials should have been more precise. The result saw the Bulls rise to second place in the table, while the Dragons dropped to last.