Gloucester weather late Falcon storm to win 39-27 in Kinston Park. Gloucester utterly dominated the first half, running in a hatrick of tries and putting the result beyond a reasonable doubt. However complacency and loose play saw the Falcons regather themselves at home and push the visitors close in the end. A number of tries from the Falcons saw them back in contention in the final quarter, but their resurgence ultimately came too late in the day, and Gloucester's replenished side hold out victors and get their season off to a positive start.

And with that, referee concludes the half

Knock-on follows and Gloucester get the nudge on before delivering int touch

A heavy hit from Ben Morgan on Sinoti regains possession for the visitors. Clock ticks into the final minute.

Necastle spread the ball to midfield

Ball fired to May on the wing, but he's bundled into touch

Kalamafoni with a terrific carry in midfield, bringing play into Newcastle half

May possibly taken out in the air, but referee plays on

Twelvetrees puts boot to ball, and May provides the chase

Up soars Rowan to steal the Falcons throw.