Bath narrowed the gap on Northampton Saints at the top of the Premiership Rugby table with a decisive 44-24 victory over Sale Sharks at the Recreation Ground on Sunday. Finn Russell was instrumental in the win, scoring 17 points and nailing his first-ever Premiership drop goal with his weaker foot. Man of the match Joe Cokanasiga scored two tries, while Matt Gallagher, Tom Dunn, and Ollie Lawrence also crossed the whitewash for Bath. Despite a valiant effort from Sale, Bath's strong finish secured their biggest-ever score against Sale.

The visitors showed resilience but ultimately succumbed in the last quarter, allowing Bath to claim the victory.