Phillips sends out Ravens warning to second-placed Quins

EMYR Phillips has warned his Carmarthen Quins side to beware a Bridgend outfit desperate to avoid relegation.

The Ravens are rooted to the bottom of the Indigo Group Premiership while Quins are second – 10 points behind leaders Cardiff.

On paper, this afternoon’s clash should be a mismatch, but Phillips is adamant his side are in for a tough afternoon at the Brewery Field.

“Bridgend will be disappointed to be at the bottom of the table, but I think they are a better side than results suggest,” said the former Wales hooker.

“When a side is struggling and in relegation trouble then it makes them desperate and dangerous. There is a lot at stake for them so we are expecting a difficult game.”

Elsewhere, Cardiff will move closer to the Premiership title if they can beat Aberavon at Talbot Athletic Ground. The Blues & Blacks have dominated the league this season, but face a stern challenge against a Wizards outfit who are third in the table and need to win to keep their slim title hopes alive.

Ebbw Vale, who are 11th in the table, host RGC 1404 at Eugene Cross Park with Dragons flanker Nic Cudd set to make his return from a serious injury with the Steelmen.

Defending champions Merthyr face a difficult task against Pontypridd at The Wern. Historically both sides have been serious contenders for the Premiership, but have experienced disappointing seasons to date.

Fourth-placed Llandovery will entertain ninth-placed Swansea at Church Bank.