In a commanding performance, Levani Botia played a vital role in La Rochelle’s impressive 35-7 victory over the Bristol Bears in their European Champions Cup match held at Stade Marcel-Deflandre. The French side showcased their strength by scoring five tries, with three of them coming in a dominant second half where they faced no opposition.
La Rochelle took a 14-7 lead into halftime, thanks to tries from Jack Nowell and Tolu Latu, both successfully converted by Ihaia West. In the second half, Botia, UJ Seuteni, and Thomas Berjon, who came on as a substitute, each added to the scoring, with West converting all remaining tries to finalize the score.
The only response from the Bristol Bears came from openside wing Jack Bates, who scored their sole try, converted by flyhalf Sam Worsley.
This decisive win for La Rochelle not only highlights their strong form in the tournament but also strengthens their prospects as they advance through the European Champions Cup, demonstrating their depth and capability on the field.
Overall, the game reflects La Rochelle’s determination and skill, pointing to promising performances as they look to continue their success in the competition.
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