This Saturday, the Exeter Chiefs will host the Bristol Bears in the PREM Rugby Cup at Sandy Park, kicking off at 3 PM. The match marks a significant moment for the Bears, as they welcome back three key players from injury.
Returning Players for Bristol Bears
James Williams, Max Lahiff, and George Taylor are set to feature prominently in this clash. Lahiff will anchor the front row at loosehead and join Harry Thacker, who will serve as captain. Lovejoy Chawatama will complete the front three.
Midfield and Back Row Changes
In the midfield, James Williams joins Academy player Victor Worsnip. On the blindside flank, George Taylor will play alongside Kenzie Jenkins and John Edwards in the back row. These selections indicate a balance of experience and youth.
Bristol’s Matchday Squad Overview
- Backline:
- Noah Heward
- Jack Bates
- Victor Worsnip
- James Williams
- Aidan Boshoff
- Sam Worsley
- Sam Wolstenholme
- Forward Pack:
- Max Lahiff
- Harry Thacker (C)
- Lovejoy Chawatama
- Ethan Surrey
- Steele Barker
- George Taylor
- Kenzie Jenkins
- John Edwards
Additional Squad Information
Bristol has included a number of academy players in their squad, reflecting their commitment to youth development. Several players, such as Ellis Genge and Harry Randall, are unavailable due to injury.
Unavailable Players
- Ellis Genge
- Will Capon
- Gabriel Oghre
- George Kloska
- Pedro Rubiolo
- James Dun
- Paddy Pearce
- Joe Batley
- Steven Luatua
- Luka Ivanishvili
- Santiago Grondona
- Kofi Cripps
- Viliame Mata
- Max Pepper
- AJ MacGinty
- Tom Jordan
- Toby Baker
- Joe Jenkins
- Kalaveti Ravouvou
- Gabriel Ibitoye
- Louis Rees-Zammit
- Josh Carrington
- Rich Lane
- Benjamin Elizalde
The upcoming match against the Exeter Chiefs promises to be an exciting contest as both teams seek to solidify their positions in the tournament. The return of experienced players may provide Bristol Bears with the edge they need to compete effectively in the PREM Rugby Cup.
