By ANDREW HASTINGS

Newcastle........26pts
Tries: Fletcher 9, Kerr 29, De Chaves 65, Radwan 72
Conversions: Thomas 10, Johnson 66, 73

Bedford B .......... 16pts
Tries: French 52
Conversions: Grimoldby 53
Penalties: Grimoldby 6, 43, French 51
BEDFORD Blues came mightily close to a Premiership Rugby Cup shock only for Newcastle Falcons to soar high and finish with a flurry at Kingston Park.
In a game marred by swirling windy and sodden conditions, both teams were forced to kick more than they’d have perhaps liked – and it was Newcastle who ultimately edged the arm wrestle to continue thei...