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Exeter Chiefs lifted their first European crown, a decade on from their promotion to the top tier of English rugby. Following their scintillating victory at Ashton Gate, Robert Rees rates each of the players’ performances. Exeter Chiefs Stuart Hogg – 7 A few shaky moment in defence, but a very solid final for the Lions […] READ MORE
Ashton Gate may have only been the home of the Bristol Bears since 2014 but it has a long history stretching back well over 100 years. With the team now established back in the Premiership, attendances are rapidly increasing and a vociferous home crowd lies in wait for visiting teams. Last Word on Rugby’s Premiership […] READ MORE
Following a big win over Wasps, Charlie Chapman and Gareth Evans shared their views on the Gloucester Rugby squad depth, coaching variety and looked ahead to the Bristol Bears game this weekend. Chapman prepared for big stage Following an impressive first run out for the Gloucester senior side Charlie Chapman is looking forward to continuing his […] READ MORE
Head of Academy Richard Whiffin, who is in charge of the Gloucester team in the three week Premiership Cup window has stated he intends to use the full squad available to him as the side prepare to face Bristol Bears. Short turn around not an issue for inexperienced side Despite a short turnaround ahead of […] READ MORE
Ebbw Vale RFC’s only national cup final came twenty years ago this month. 23rd May 1998. With the brand new Millennium stadium (now Principality) being built the final was moved across the border to Bristol’s Ashton Gate. Ten supporters buses ran from Eugene Cross Park to Ashton Gate, many more leaving the local area. It […] READ MORE
Saturday confirmed what, in reality, we’d known for several months now: Bristol will be playing their rugby in the Championship next year after losing to Wasps. READ MORE
After a wobble in recent weeks, a win against Bath means that Bristol Rugby’s roller coaster of a season continues as they head to Sixways this Sunday. READ MORE
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