SOUTHEND Saxons made it two defeats from two in National Two South this afternoon, losing 18-6 at Shelford.

Westcliff have now also been beaten in their opening two games after suffering a 24-13 defeat at home to Gravesend.

In London One North, Thurrock drew 8-8 at Romford & Gide Park while in London Two North East Basildon saw off Diss 15-14.

But Rochford Hundred were beaten 29-17 at home to Chelmsford and South Woodham Ferrers lost 14-12 at home to Enfield.

On their return to London Three North East, Billericay were beaten 50-14 to Upminster but, in Essex One, Canvey Island trounced Ilford Wanderers 48-15.

However, Pegasus Palmerians lost 74-7 at Epping Upper Clapton.