Bristol Bears' flaws ruthlessly exposed as Northampton Saints run riot in play-offs setback

Bristol Bears' flaws ruthlessly exposed as Northampton Saints run riot in play-offs setback

Bristol Bears were beaten 48-31 by Northampton Saints at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens in Round 15 of the 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership

Northampton Saints 48 Bristol Bears 31: Tom Vickers' review and player ratings

If Saints are unable to pull off a minor miracle and make it into this season's Gallagher Premiership play-offs, the sides who do get there will surely breathe a big sigh of relief.

Northampton Saints v Bristol Bears: Five takeaways as 'simply outstanding' Alex Mitchell sends Lions message

Following a 48-31 win for Northampton Saints over Bristol Bears in the Premiership on Saturday, here's our five takeaways from Franklin's Gardens.