Midway through the first half and we have not had any further inroads on the scoreboard since Joe Ford's second minute penalty for Sale.

Strong attack from Sale as Tom Brady nearly crosses in the corner but a great try saving tackle from Nick Abendanon prevents Sale from going further into the lead.

Over 10 minutes played so far and still 3-0 to Sale, so far both teams putting in a great defensive effort.

First scrum of the game goes to Bath and they show a dominate display driving the Sharks forwards back, building great confidence for them.

Sale Sharks get on the score board early as Joe Ford kicks a penalty just on the Bath 22m line. 3-0 to the Sharks.

The game is underway just after a minute silence for Remembrance Sunday.

Teams come out onto the pitch and kick off is only minutes away.

Hello and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's coverage of this LV = Cup fixture between Sale Sharks and Bath at the AJ Bell stadium. This is the first round of matches in the Anglo-Welsh Cup but not the first time these sides have met this season as Sale won a thrilling encounter in October winning 19-13. Sale are coming off the back of two defeats in the league and will hope that home advantage will allow them to get back to winning ways. Mean while Bath have won their last 4 games and are hoping to continue their great run of form.