Bristol

'I've Never Conceded 90-Odd Points': Max Malins Walks Through Bristol's Record Northampton Maul on More or Nothing

Bristol Bears full-back Max Malins broke down the Bears' record 94-point defeat at Northampton Saints with co-host Ryan Wilson on the More or Nothing podcast, conceding it was 'a collaboration of monumentally poor defence' and that he was already on the field when the scoreboard read 50-12.

Rugby Union · 5/21/2026

'The Only Team That Let Me Down Was Bristol': Ian Madigan on His Bordeaux Reunion as Leinster Face Final Test

Former Bordeaux out-half Ian Madigan, joined by reporter Rory O'Connor on the Indo Sport Rugby Show, frames Saturday's Champions Cup final as a chance for Leinster to shed the scar tissue of four straight defeats — and warns that Noel McNamara's attack already has a plan for the Jacques Nienaber blitz.

Rugby Union · 5/21/2026

'Most Things Are Shades of Grey': Squidge Rugby Backs Borthwick's Janse van Rensburg Call Ahead of England's Summer Series

Squidge Rugby breaks down Steve Borthwick's 40-player England training squad with seven uncapped players, defending the eligibility-based selection of Bristol's Bernard Janse van Rensburg and explaining the absences of Owen Farrell, Manu Vunipola and Ollie Lawrence.

Rugby Union · 5/19/2026

Meg Jones Inspires Red Roses to 62-24 Triple Crown Rout of Wales

Meg Jones produced a star turn as England's Red Roses thrashed Wales 62-24 in Bristol to seal back-to-back Women's Six Nations triple crowns.

Rugby Union · 4/25/2026

Calum Waters: Bristol Bears’ Scrum-Half Building His Case Through Precision and Tempo

Calum Waters is a 173cm, 80kg scrum-half for Bristol Bears whose value lies in tempo control, sharp distribution and game management. In one of rugby’s most influential positions, he links forwards and backs, dictates attacking rhythm and provides tactical direction. His compact build suits the demands of modern scrum-half play, where agility, quick service and defensive bravery are essential. For Bristol, Waters’ role is central to sustaining the club’s attacking identity and turning possession into momentum.

Rugby · 4/10/2026

Jimmy Halliwell: Bristol Bears’ Powerful Flanker Building His Presence in the Back Row

Jimmy Halliwell is a physically imposing flanker for Bristol Bears, standing 193cm tall and weighing 129kg. His size, defensive presence and likely breakdown value make him well suited to the demands of modern back-row play. The article examines his role in helping Bristol win collisions, provide gain-line power and bring consistency to the pack over a long season.

Rugby · 4/10/2026

James Dun: Bristol Bears’ Relentless Flanker Continues to Set the Tone Up Front

James Dun is profiled as a key Bristol Bears flanker whose 193 cm, 111 kg frame and No. 7 role make him central to the side’s breakdown work, defensive intensity and forward balance. The article highlights his value in collisions, support play, set-piece contribution and the relentless, detail-driven work that defines elite back-row performance.

Rugby · 4/10/2026

Leicester Tigers Hold Firm at Welford Road to Seal Home Victory over Bristol Rugby

Leicester Tigers secured a classified home victory over Bristol Rugby at Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium in the 2026 season fixture, finishing first with Bristol second. With limited official data available, the result points to a controlled Leicester performance that made home advantage count and kept the visitors behind throughout the contest.

Rugby · 3/23/2026

Leicester Tigers Hold Firm at Welford Road to See Off Bristol Bears

Leicester Tigers defeated Bristol Bears at Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium in this Gallagher Premiership 2026 fixture, with the hosts finishing first and the visitors second. While detailed match data is unavailable, the result highlights Leicester’s ability to make home advantage count and secure an important league win.

Rugby · 3/23/2026

Northampton Edge Ahead as Gallagher Premiership Title Race Tightens

Northampton Saints lead the Gallagher Premiership on 48 points, just two clear of Bath Rugby in a tightly contested 2025-26 title race. Leicester Tigers and Exeter Chiefs remain firmly in touch on 41 and 40 points, while Bristol Rugby and Saracens still have work to do to stay in the championship conversation. The table suggests a clear split between a competitive top six and the bottom four, with consistency and bonus points likely to prove decisive in the weeks ahead.

Rugby · 6/15/2025