Saints slip to Wasps defeat

14 September 2014As an otherwise dull contest entered its final quarter, Saints' 9-3 lead built on three penalties from Stephen Myler was transformed into a 17-9 deficit.

Tries from flanker Ashley Johnson and wing Tom Varndell in two minutes placed Wasps in a commanding position in a match where every point was a battleground.

Full-back Ben Foden crossed with two minutes remaining to salvage a bonus point as a late surge from Saints was repelled.

For Northampton it was an almighty comedown after the reigning champions had routed Gloucester 53-6 nine days ago, scoring eight …