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Richmond Rugby seeks redemption against Esher, while Tonbridge Juddians leads the National League 1 standings.

Richmond Rugby Club is set to host Esher at The RAG, marking their first home game since their unbeaten streak was halted before Christmas. The league leaders are eager to bounce back from their recent 25-17 defeat against Rosslyn Park and are determined to secure their first win of the New Year. With nearly a month to reflect on their performance, Richmond is focused on resuming their title challenge in the England rugby National League 1.

In another exciting fixture of Round 16, Blackheath will entertain Birmingham Moseley at Well Hall. Currently sitting in fifth place, Blackheath is looking to achieve their eighth consecutive home victory after a narrow loss last week. The match promises to be a competitive encounter as both teams vie for crucial points in the league standings.

Tonbridge Juddians, leading the league with a six-point advantage and a game in hand, will face bottom-placed Worthing at The Slade. With an impressive record of 13 wins out of 14 matches this season, Tonbridge is keen to maintain their strong form and further extend their lead at the top of the table.

Other notable matches include Canterbury hosting Guernsey Raiders in a clash between fourth and fifth place, and Havant traveling to Westcombe Park. Colchester, currently in 13th place, will visit 10th-placed Old Albanian, while Oxford Harlequins aims to improve their position from 12th place.

The current standings highlight Tonbridge Juddians at the top with 63 points, followed closely by Richmond with 57 points. Blackheath holds fifth place with 46 points, while Birmingham Moseley is in seventh with 43 points. Worthing remains at the bottom of the table with just 5 points from 15 matches.

For more insights on the league`s dynamics, check out the articles on National League 1 and Round 16 fixtures.

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