The John Player Cup Third Round
Southend v Gloucester from Warner's Park, Southend
The most important match in Southend's 110-year history. Having won their County Cup, they have now advanced to play mighty Gloucester - twice winners of the cup, and one of England's most powerful club sides.
NIGEL STARMER-SMITH commentates, and brings news of the other cup matches as well as the final Irish trial.
Series producer HUW JONES
Book: The World of Rugby, £6.25 from bookshops