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Tigers turn over at the breakdown. They spread it wide in their own half.

Mark called by Marshall. Gloucester kick to touch on halfway. They steal at the line out.

Tigers playing the ball on the floor. Gloucester will have a kick at goal from outside the 22.

Good scrummage from the visitors. They go through the phases but Tigers look sharp in defence.

Firsts scrum of the day at halfway to Gloucester.

Gloucester kick off through Hook

The sides make their way on to the pitch.

Late change in the Tigers starting XV as Lachlan McCaffrey is replaced by youngster Will Evans at openside flanker due to failing a late fitness test

Good afternoon and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's live coverage of this Premiership clash from Welford Road as Leicester Tigers host Gloucester. This game is crucial for the Tigers as they look to recover from their defeat to Sale last weekend and push for a top four finish. Their form at Welford Road is impeccable this season and they will aim to take maximum points from this fixture. 8th place Gloucester will still have hopes of a top 6 finish. They have lost their last 3 premiership games so they will no doubt be hungry for success here this afternoon. Kick off is 10 minutes away so stay tuned for updates on all the action.