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There was WRU Premiership Cup final heartbreak for Cross Keys this weekend, with the side falling 43-12 to Pontypridd at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Saturday April 5.

But while the Keys were gracing the hallowed turf at the home of Welsh rugby, other teams battled it out in their respective leagues as the season’s end approaches.

In the WRU Premiership, the Keys remain seventh, with their game against Llangennech rearranged due to their cup final commitments.

Elsewhere in the division, Bargoed stay fourth after a big 53-21 home victory over Newcastle Emlyn.

Meanwhile, Newbridge are up to eighth after beating Bonymaen 29-23 at home.

Down in the National Championship East, Bedwas remain top of the pile after a 31-17 victory over St Peters at the Bridgefield, while Penallta edged Treorchy on the road – running out 43-42 winners in a high-scoring clash.

But there was a defeat to Ynsyddu, who were beaten 36-31 at home to Aberdare. However, they earned a losing bonus-point in the process, enough to take them up to 11th in the table.

Elsewhere, Nelson hold on to top spot in Division 1 East following a 47-14 home win over Monmouth.

However, it was a different story for Senghenydd, who were on the wrong end of a 50-13 drubbing at Bedlinog, and drop to ninth – one place above bottom.

In Division 2 East, Abercarn remain eighth following a 25-17 loss at Garndiffaith. Blackwood, who didn’t play, stay second, while Risca also had a rest over the weekend – but stay winless at the bottom of the table.

Caerphilly, who are top of Division 2 East Central with promotion already secured, had no fixture scheduled.

Dropping down to Division 3 East, Fleur de Lys move up to third despite a 38-24 home loss to New Panteg.

Machen meanwhile stay eighth after a 28-6 defeat on the road to Newport Saracens.

Elsewhere in the division, Rhymney remain clear at the top after a 17-10 win at Newport Saracens in midweek.

Propping up the table is Oakdale, who didn’t play on the weekend, while Abertysswg Falcons, also having a bye, are one place above them in ninth.

Over in League 4 East, Pontllanfraith are up to seventh, having beat Bettws 19-17 away from home.

However, Bedwellty were beaten at home, losing 28-19 to Crickhowell – and stay in fourth place.

Crumlin, who are third, didn’t play this weekend.

Down in Division 5 East, Hafoydyrnys drop to fourth after a 54-7 loss at league leaders Tredegar Ironsides.

Moving up into third are Blackwood Stars, who earned a 39-15 home win against Abersychan Alexanders.

Also in action were second-place Deri, who cruised to a 45-7 win over Hartridge, while Hollybush drew 31-31 away to Beaufort.

In Division 6 East A, New Tredegar are 14 points clear at the summit. They beat third-place Old Tylerian 47-0 away from home.

Meanwhile, Trinant are now second following their 24-6 win at Brynithel.

Cwmcarn United were not in action however, and remain fifth – one place from bottom.

And finally, Bargoed Athletic had a day to forget on the road to St Peters Athletic, losing 50-19. They stay second, but miss the chance to close the gap with leaders Cardiff Met Athletic. Penallta Athletic, who are sixth, did not play.