Provence Rugby draws with Dax

Provence Rugby played to a 16-16 draw against Dax in a rugby match affected by poor weather and player suspensions. The game took place in challenging conditions, with a wet pitch and a slippery ball making play difficult for both teams.

First half leads to early advantage

Provence Rugby took control in the first half, scoring a try through Jekope Sovau after a bounce that changed the direction of the ball. This gave them a 13-3 lead at halftime, showing their dominance early in the match.

Key player sent off in second half

The match turned in the second half when Paul Cellio-Zwiller was sent off in the 54th minute after a head-to-head collision with Théo Duprat. This left Provence Rugby with one fewer player, adding pressure to their already difficult situation.

Comeback attempt and late equalizer

Despite being a player down, Provence Rugby responded with a 50-meter run by Valentin Ibanez, scoring a try in the 57th minute to take a 16-13 lead. However, Thomas Salles scored a try in the 62nd minute to equalize the score, and the match ended with both teams tied at 16-16.

Leadership in Pro D2 remains uncertain

The draw gave Provence Rugby two points, keeping them at the top of the Pro D2 for now. However, their leadership in the league will be tested when they face Oyonnax, who are now in the top 6 with 21 points. The team also faced a setback when Jean-Baptiste Barrere was replaced by Brice Ferrer in the 61st minute, affecting their performance.