Finn Russell, a key player for Bath Rugby, is set to return to the field after recovering from a groin injury he sustained in April during a match against Exeter in Europe. His return is timely as Bath faces Newcastle on Friday night in a crucial Premiership match at Kingston Park, aiming for a home semi-final spot. Russell's presence is expected to significantly boost Bath's play-off chances, especially following a recent loss to Saracens. The match also presents an opportunity for Guy Pepper to showcase his skills against Sam Underhill before his move to Bath. The team lineup includes other returning players like Tom Dunn and Thomas du Toit, alongside captain Ben Spencer.
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Finn Russell back from injury to boost title-chasing Bath https://t.co/hiYHyEbBZX
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Finn Russell back for Bath after groin injury in time for Premiership run-in. Big boost for Johann van Graan's side. Bath in good shape for play-off place with Newcastle tomorrow and Northampton on final day. https://t.co/CD08lBcdXs
๐ฆ NEWCASTLE vs BATH ๐ Bath head to Kingston Park tomorrow night in their hunt for a home semi final. Finn Russell returns from injury which will lift their spirits following a loss to Saracens. A chance for Guy Pepper to impress vs Sam Underhill ahead of his move to Bath. https://t.co/tD50qlnV8f
๐ BREAKING: Finn Russell returns for Bath's Run-In. There had been fears due to his injury, but the playmaker will take on Newcastle tomorrow night. The Scottish magician is right up there for creating opportunities for others. Powered by @Oval_Insights https://t.co/F5L8N60o39
๐ BREAKING: Finn Russell returns for Bath's Run-In. There had been fears due to his injury, but the playmaker will take on Newcastle tomorrow night. The Scottish magician is right up there for creating opportunities for others. https://t.co/KHDYJrAYcm
Finn Russell back to start for Bath on Friday night. Significant storyline in the play-off run-in.
Finn Russell returns for Bath v Newcastle, starting at 10 - after a groin injury in April v Exeter in Europe - and so the top four fight swings again...! @TimesSport #PremRugby
๐๐๐๐ฆ'๐ฌ ๐ฎ๐ฉ! ๐จ๐ฅ Finn Russell is back in action for Bath Rugby and will start alongside captain Ben Spencer. Tom Dunn and Thomas du Toit are also back in the starting XV and will kick-off in the front row.