ILONA MAHER STARS ON FULL DEBUT! Highlights: Exeter Chiefs Women vs Bristol Bears Women

Spirit, desire, teamwork – three words that encapsulates Bristol Bears stunning 41-31 PWR victory over Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park. The maximum-point win puts Dave Ward’s side very much in the play-off conversation ahead of next week’s fixture at home to Leicester Tigers. Ilona Maher marked her first PWR start with a try and assist, while Meg Varley got herself on the scoresheet following a lengthy injury lay-off and the returning Keira Bevan kicked a crucial penalty in the closing stages.