Bargoed RFC’s hopes of reaching the Welsh Premiership Cup final were dashed as they lost against Merthyr RFC at Sardis Road.

All three of Gwent's Admiral Premiership teams lost on the weekend, although Newbridge moved up in the rankings.

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Carmarthen 34, Bargoed RFC 10 at full time, Carmarthen win 34 - 10 Lineups will appear here Substitutes will appear here Lineups will appear here Substitutes will appear here Lineups will appear here ...

The statement was issued after their Premiership Cup semi-final defeat by Merthyr RFC ...

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