James attempts a long drop goal but its a terrible effort

De Klerk caught in possession on his 10m, but Sale manage to secure the ball

James clears up to his 10m

Sale with acres of space. They take it past halfway through Hammersley

La Rochelle completed 91% of their tackles against Exeter Chiefs, and only Munster (95%) recorded a better success rate in Round 1

Ashton drags Murimurivalu into touch

Penalty try after Priso collapsed the maul

James is caught in possession in the 22m. Sale have a llineout

Penalty for offside to La Rochelle. Shot called

J Du Preez picks up a loose ball and goes on a strong run, handing off defenders