Hull and Swansea pick up vital wins in battle to avoid relegation

Ten-man Hull and Swansea both boosted their Premier League survival hopes with crucial victories while at the same time compounding Middlesbrough's chances of escaping the drop.

Boro, who had Gaston Ramirez sent off after 20 minutes, lost 4-0 at Bournemouth to leave them nine points from safety with just five matches remaining.