Five things Welsh rugby learned as two regions in URC kept a clean sheet

Ospreys impressed as much as they did during their first outing at their temporary home in Bridgend Side-swept zebra Parma with a convincing 24-0 victory.

Mark Jones’ side will be based at the Brewery Field this season as Swansea’s St Helen’s undergoes redevelopment and even a small but boisterous crowd of 4,519 provided an arguably better atmosphere than the often empty stands of Swansea.com Stadium.

“I grew up here so I love playing here,” says Bridgend-born Dewi Lake, captain of Ospreys.

“We have had some very memorable wins here in recent years and this one certainly goes above and beyond.

“To clear a team like Zebre, who started the season as quickly as they did, is excellent for us.”

Wales forward James Ratti, one of the try scorers, says the players are enjoying their new surroundings.

“The atmosphere was great, it’s going to be a little mini cauldron for us,” he said.

“We have the fans on top of us and now it’s always a good experience to play here.”