Bristol

Randall praises Bristol Bears' cohesive culture ahead of first Premiership start

After arriving at Bristol Bears over the summer, joining his first ever full-time professional environment, 20-year-old scrum-half Harry Randall is set for his first Premiership start against his former club Gloucester this Friday.
13 September 2018

Bristol sign Zane Kirchner on loan

Bristol Bears have confirmed the signing of Dragons utility back Zane Kirchner on loan with immediate effect.
12 September 2018

Bristol's George Smith avoids disciplinary action after red-card incident against Saracens

Former Australia international George Smith is set to be available for Bristol's upcoming Gallagher Premiership encounter against Gloucester after he was cleared of a disciplinary action following his latest red-card incident.
12 September 2018

Billy Vunipola scores on return as Saracens seal 44-23 win over Bristol Rugby

Saracens registered their second consecutive win in the ongoing Gallagher Premiership competition as they went on to beat Bristol Bears 44-23 at Allianz Park on Saturday.
9 September 2018

Charles Piutau in line to return to Bristol in October

Bristol Bears' ongoing Gallagher Premiership campaign have been boosted by the news that New Zealand international Charles Piutau is on track to return to action in October following a shoulder injury.
4 September 2018

Bristol Bears stun Bath 17-10 in Premiership opener

Bristol Bears celebrated their return to the Premiership with a 17-10 victory over Bath Rugby in the season opener at Ashton Gate on Friday.
1 September 2018

Pat Lam: The Bristol Bus is Moving

While expectations mount in anticipation over the next few days before the eventual return of Premiership Rugby, an engaging side story is brewing in the West Country, all thanks to former Samoan player and coach Pat Lam.
29 August 2018

Charles Piutau doubtful starter for Gallagher Premiership opener

Bristol fullback Charles Piutau is a doubtful starter for the Gallagher Premiership season opener against Bath at Ashton Gate following a shoulder injury.
27 August 2018

Sam Bedlow to put injury-hit season behind him as he looks to kickstart his Bristol career

Sam Bedlow is determined to put a frustrating year behind him as he looks to hit the ground running with Bristol Bears this season.
9 August 2018

TRU Six Pack - Soane Tonga'uiha, Ampthill

Latest to answer our quickfire TRU Six Pack is Ampthill's new signing, tight-head prop Soane Tonga'uiha.
29 July 2018

Mark Tainton praises blend of Test stars and youth ahead of “fantastic” Premiership return

Bristol Bears’ Chief Operating Officer Mark Tainton praised the mixture of youth and international stars within the newly promoted side’s squad ahead of their “fantastic” Premiership return.
9 July 2018

Former Australia captain George Smith joins Bristol Bears on short-term deal

Bristol Bears have confirmed the signing of former Wallabies captain George Smith on a short-term contract ahead of their return to the Premiership in the 2018/19 season.
20 June 2018

Bristol to enter Premiership next season with rebranded name of 'Bristol Bears'

Bristol have announced on Monday that they will enter the Premiership next season with a new name of 'Bristol Bears'.
16 April 2018

Bristol promoted as Ealing fall to Doncaster

Bristol won the Championship title and were promoted back to the Premiership after second-placed Ealing Trailfinders were beaten 50-19 at Doncaster.
9 April 2018

Bristol earn promotion back to Aviva Premiership after successful Championship campaign

Bristol Rugby have returned back to the Aviva Premiership after a successful RFU Championship campaign that saw them clinch 19 wins from 20 games.
8 April 2018

Bristol Rugby forward Steven Luatua ruled out for the rest of the season with knee injury

Former All Black, and Bristol Rugby forward Steven Luatua has suffered a season-ending knee injury in England.
20 March 2018

Charles Piutau hopeful of featuring for Tonga in 2019 World Cup

Fullback Charles Piutau expressed confidence in returning back to international rugby after he was approached by Tonga with the 2019 World Cup in mind.
14 December 2017

Rugby Rumours: Shark to Wasp, Carter moves East, Bristol entice Tiger and Moriarty a Dragon

Rugby Rumours: Shark to Wasp, Carter moves East, Bristol entice Tiger and Moriarty a Dragon
17 November 2017

Rugby Rumours: Sale Launch signing, Cipriani to the Top, Another All Black and SA recruit

Rugby Rumours: Sale Launch signing, Cipriani to the Top, Another All Black and SA recruit
8 November 2017

Rugby Rumours: Finn's French fling, Brad's exit, Goneva gone, the Bristol budget

Rugby Rumours: Finn's French fling, Brad's exit, Goneva gone, the Bristol budget
29 September 2017