Bath must brace themselves for an Atlantic gale against the maritime men of La Rochelle tonight. The yellow and blacks, traditionally one of France’s less fashionable clubs, have marauded their way through European competition in recent seasons. Champions cup runners up in 2021, they won in both 2022 and 23, beating a stellar Leinster squad both times. Pedigree suggests they should be strong favourites, even away from home.
