Bears sign world-class Virimi Vakatawa!
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyVirimi Vakatawa, one of the most talented players on the planet, will make his explosive return to rugby in a Bristol Bears jersey. The barnstorming French international, who has made 31 appearances for...
Former Ireland Fly-half Ian Madigan announces retirement
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyFormer Ireland international Ian Madigan has announced his retirement from professional rugby at the age of 34. The Ulster Fly-half steps away from the game after a 14-year professional career, during...
RWC 2015 Throwback: Hurt Lambie desperate to make up for Springboks embarrassment
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyPat Lambie says he and the rest of a "hurting" South Africa squad are desperate to get back on the pitch and make amends for their humiliating Rugby World Cup defeat to Japan. Eddie Jones' Japan...
Sean Everitt To Spearhead Edinburgh Rugby Coaching Team
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyEdinburgh Rugby today appointed experienced South African coach Sean Everitt as Senior Coach for the upcoming 2023/24 season, on an initial one-year deal, subject to visa. The former Cell C Sharks...
Bears to face Crusaders in history Ashton Gate clash
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyBristol Bears will face the newly crowned 2023 Super Rugby Pacific champions and one of the leading club sides on the planet on Friday, February 9th, 2024, when the New Zealand side the Crusaders visit...
“An exciting Champions Cup draw” - Pat Lam
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyPat Lam says his side is relishing this season's Champions Cup campaign after an 'exciting draw' saw them pitted against Bordeaux-Begles, Bulls, Connacht and Lyon in Pool One. An intriguing...
Bristol Bears confirm squad for 2023/24 campaign
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyDirector of Rugby Pat Lam has confirmed the Bristol Bears first team squad for the 2023/24 campaign. International trio Max Malins, Kalaveti Ravouvou and Kieran Marmion make the switch to...
Conor McPhillips to leave Bristol Bears at the end of the season
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyAttack and Backs Coach Conor McPhillips will depart Bristol Bears at the conclusion of the 2022/23 season, the club can confirm. The 42-year-old Irishman, who joined the Bears from Connacht...
Premiership Rugby: Five things we learned from round 20 as the race for the semi-finals heats up
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyRound 20 was another crucial stop on the road to the Gallagher Premiership Rugby semi-finals, with several sides desperate to get points on the board. Northampton Saints got off to the best possible...
Team Announcement: Bristol Bears Vs Northampton Saints
1 year ago by Ultimate RugbyJoe Batley returns to the Bears’ starting lineup for Friday night’s Premiership round 19 clash with Northampton Saints at Ashton Gate (7.45pm KO). The lock returns from injury...
