BASINGSTOKE RFC slipped into the National League Three London relegation zone following a 41-32 defeat at Tonbridge Juddians.
This was after Barnes beat Guernsey 31-22 to move three points above 'Stoke with one game left in the campaign.
These games are on Saturday when Basingstoke entertain East Grinstead, while Barnes are away at Westcombe Park.
Ryan Davis scored a brace of tries for 'Stoke at Tonbridge, while David Byett and Jobi Kochanowski went over for single scores.
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