The enterprising winger admits last season's loss to Northampton played on his mind for a while, but gives an insight into how Bath have continued their progression as they look to end their 29-year wait for Premiership glory.
Having lost to Leicester in the league four weeks ago, the England prop says he shouldered the blame for Sale's shortcomings but now, as a collective, the Sharks are out to right some wrongs on their return to Welford Road.
Bristol have won 11 of their last 14 encounters against rivals Bath - including doing the double this season - but skipper Fitz Harding feels the Bears will need something extra to upset the odds.