1972–73 Rugby Union County Championship
| 1972–73 County Championship | |
|---|---|
| Countries |  England |
| Champions | Lancashire (9th title) |
| Runners-up | Gloucestershire |
The 1972–73 Rugby Union County Championship was the 73rd edition of England's County Championship rugby union club competition. [1][2][3]
Lancashire won their ninth title after defeating Gloucestershire in the final.[4][5]
Semi finals[edit]
| Team One | Team Two | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucestershire | Eastern Counties | 7-6 |
| Lancashire | North Midlands | 9-9 22-7 |
Final[edit]
| 24 March 1973 |
| Gloucestershire | 12-17 | Lancashire |
Try: Rollitt  Con: Butler Pen: Butler (2) | Try: Briers (2), Richards Con: O'Driscoll Pen: McDonald |
| Memorial Ground, Bristol Referee: R F Johnson (Kent) |
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See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Jenkins, Vivian (1976) [1975]. Rothmans Rugby Yearbook. Brickfield Publications Ltd. pp. 130–131. ISBN 0362-00221-5.
- ^ "English County Championship". Rugby Football History.
- ^ "The County Finals". County Rugby.com.
- ^ "West, Peter. "Rugby Union." Times, 24 Mar. 1973, p. 5". Times Digital Archives.
- ^ "West, Peter. "Rugby Union." Times, 26 Mar. 1973, p. 9". Times Digital Archives.