Six-try Exiles keep play-off dream alive

By BEN JAYCOCK

Newcastle ........14pts
Tries: Robinson 19, Stevenson 40
Conversions: Hodgson 20, 40

London Irish ....42pts
Tries: Rowe 16, Tuisue 24, Creevy 29, Hassell-Collins 38, Rona 62, Cornish 74
Conversions: Jackson 17, 25, 30, 39, 64, 75
LONDON Irish took a huge step towards Champions Cup qualification and kept themselves in the playoff race as they got back to winning ways after their recent slump with a try bonus before half-time.
The visitors dominated at scrum time winning six penalties as Declan Kidney’s pack showcased their physical dominance.
Newcastle’s ...

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