Ledbury had to endure a tough test against Moseley Oak as they were defeated 37-17.

Saturday's (November 9) match was away from home in Regional 2 Midlands West, with Ledbury facing a solid Moseley in challenging weather conditions.

Ledbury started strong, dominating possession and securing an early lead with a penalty from 40 metres by Iolo Bubb.

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Moseley's early attacks were repeatedly halted by infringements, but brief disciplinary lapse from Ledbury saw the hosts slot over a three-pointer from half-way to level the scores.

Ledbury's Ollie Smith was key in recovering loose possession, but Moseley's industrious style soon began to show.

A promising Moseley attack was intercepted by Zak Bonfield, who ran from his own 22 to score a try, converted by Bubb.

However, a yellow card for Moseley's side entry at a maul ended without further points for Ledbury from a promising position due to an early push penalty at scrum time.

Moseley responded with a lineout just inside Ledbury's 22 that led to a try by loosehead prop Jacobus Genade.

At half-time, the score stood at 13-10, with Ledbury well aware of the hard task ahead.

The second half saw Moseley shift gears, launching repeated attacks until Genade crossed the line again for his second try.

Despite a further yellow card for Moseley's hooker allowing Ledbury to drive over the line for a converted try by Jock Welch, Moseley finished off the match with Genade's third try and a last-gasp penalty.

While the result was ultimately a tick in the defeat column, Ledbury showed some stubborn defence as Tom Assal and Tom Roberts particularly worked tirelessly to keep the score line respectable.

The squad also has to improve its set-piece during the week, particularly given its previous use as a powerful weapon against defences.

Their next game is against top-of-the-table and nearby rivals Newent at home, with a 2.15pm kick-off and expected capacity crowd.