In a disappointing match for the Bristol Bears, Kalaveti Ravouvou and Viliame Mata’s team suffered a heavy 38-0 defeat against the Sale Sharks in the English Premiership at Ashton Gate. This loss marked Bristol’s worst home defeat since the 39-0 setback against Saracens in September 2016.
Both Fijian players took to the field, but Bristol’s offense struggled to gain momentum throughout the game. Rob du Preez was pivotal for the Sharks, contributing 15 points with his kicking. The Sharks’ defense effectively stifled Bristol’s strong attack, denying them any points—a stark contrast to their performance in previous matches.
The scoring began early, with Raffi Quirke finding a gap to open the try account within just two minutes, setting a tone that Bristol could not match. Tom Roebuck followed with another try, and George Ford added a drop goal to further extend Sale’s lead. After the break, Ben Curry intercepted a pass to score the third try, while Tom O’Flaherty showcased his skills by racing the length of the field for the bonus-point try, solidifying the Sharks’ thrilling performance.
This victory marks Sale’s first away win of the season and highlights their solid defensive play, while also elevating them to third place in the Premiership standings.
This match serves as a reminder for Bristol to regroup and reassess their strategies moving forward. Although it was a tough day on the field, teams often learn valuable lessons in moments of adversity. The Bears have the opportunity to bounce back stronger and refocus for their future matches in the league.
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