INJURY-HIT Southend Saxons slumped to a 51-18 defeat at Clifton in National Two South this afternoon.

The reverse was Southend’s second in succession and saw them slip down to 12th in the standings.

It was also a frustrating day for Westcliff in National Three London & SE as they were seen off 35-23 at Tonbridge Juddian and remain 12th in the table.

In London One North, 10th placed Thurrock were beaten 33-25 at North Walsham as they sunk to their fifth defeat in six games.

Rochford Hundred have been far more successful in London Two North East and they made it seven wins from eight games with a 32-27 victory against Saffron Walden.

Basildon were also celebrating after securing their third win of the season, beating Old Cooperians 19-10.

However, South Woodham Ferrers were beaten 24-8 in Campion.

In London Three North East, winless Billericay were thrashed 82-0 at West Norfolk while Canvey Island lost 29-0 at East London in Essex One.

Pegasus Palmerians were also beaten, 44-24 at Maldon.