Today's gamepublished at 20:19 GMT 6 February
Image source, Getty ImagesGloucester-Hartpury's Zoe Stratford
Today's Premiership Women’s Rugby match sees Sale Sharks Women host Gloucester-Hartpury Women at Heywood Road, with kick-off at 12:30pm (UK time). The game is live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website & app and represents a major challenge for the home side.
Gloucester-Hartpury arrive as clear favourites. They sit near the top of the PWR table and have been one of the league’s most consistent teams. Their power up front, solid set-piece, and clinical finishing have also given them the edge in recent meetings with Sale.
Image source, Getty ImagesHolly Aitchison of Sale Sharks
Sale Sharks are mid-table but capable, especially at home. Results have been mixed, but they’ve shown they can score against top opposition. Home support should help them start fast and try to disrupt Gloucester-Hartpury’s rhythm early.
Control and momentum will decide the game. If Gloucester-Hartpury dictate the physical contest, they’re likely to pull away. If Sale can slow the breakdown, keep possession, and take their chances, they can keep the contest tight and uncomfortable.
