Gateshead Thunder took their biggest step yet towards winning the National League Two title with Sunday's 30-22 win against rivals Barrow Raiders.

Thunder bounced back from conceding an early try to record five of their own with two from wing Kevin Neighbour.

Barrow showed resolve to stay in the game but Thunder worked hard to hold on to their lead in a tight second period.

The win means Thunder now lead Barrow by five points at the top of NL2, although Raiders have a game in hand.