Loughborough 21 - 24 Bristol Women

● full_time 80 minutes

22 Feb 2026

Stage: Regular Season Round 12

cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens

In a closely contested match at cinch Stadium, Bristol Bears Women triumphed over Loughborough Lightning with a score of 24-21. The game saw both teams exchanging tries, with notable performances from Bristol's Ruahei Demant, whose tactical kicking was pivotal. Loughborough's Helen Nelson also shone, contributing significantly to her team's efforts. The first half ended with the score tied, setting the stage for a thrilling second half. Bristol's defense held firm under pressure, ultimately securing the win with a late penalty. The match highlighted the resilience of both sides, but it was Bristol's composure that made the difference. This victory marked a crucial moment in the competition, as Bristol continued to assert their dominance over Loughborough.

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Weather

Temperature: 12.6°C (Feels like 7.2°C) Condition: Windy Wind: 26.4 km/h, gusting to 46.8 km/h Humidity: 68% Cloud Cover: 48%

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Events

0' kickoff
0' conversion No Player
0' conversion No Player
0' try No Player
0' try No Player
40' half_time
40' second_half
80' full_time