In the end it was a lack of strength and match sharpness that cost Bedford Blues in their second pre-season games against Saracens.

The Blues started their pre-season campaign with an impressive outing against two Northampton Saints sides.

Mr Mycock replaces Nigel Doggett who has been promoted to Regional General Manager for the Belron Group and will be responsible for leading the vehicle glass repair and replacement businesses in seven European countries.