Ilona Maher, Bristol Bears and Rugby

Rugby star Ilona Maher makes her debut in front of record crowd for Bristol Bears
U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher made her debut for the Bristol Bears women’s team in front of a record home crowd of 9,240 fans on Sunday. But Maher, “ the most followed rugby player on the planet,” could not prevent Bristol from losing 40-17 to defending champion Gloucester-Hartpury in a Premiership Women’s Rugby match.
Ilona Maher’s Debut with U.K. Rugby Team Bristol Bears Was So Popular They Had to Move Stadiums
Olympic rugby bronze medalist Ilona Maher made her debut on the pitch in England on Sunday, Jan. 5 — and it resulted in the Bristol Bears having to change stadiums to accommodate her fans.
Rugby star Ilona Maher eyes Bristol debut as ticket sales break club record
Ticket sales have broken a record ahead of U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher making her debut for the Bristol Bears women’s team.
US rugby star's 'big plans' for stay in Bristol
US rugby star Ilona Maher say she plans to make the most of Bristol during her three month stint playing in the city. The 28-year-old is the most followed rugby union player - male or female - on social media,
Bristol Bears vs. Gloucester-Hartpury: How to watch Ilona Maher’s UK rugby debut
From the Olympics to DWTS to Ashton Gate Stadium, Ilona Maher is on a roll. The American Bronze Medalist has signed a three-month contract with the Bristol Bears ahead of the 2025 Rugby World Cup. Maher kicks off her Bears journey with a match against reigning Premiership Women’s Rugby champions Gloucester-Hartpury this Sunday,
Ilona Maher poised to make Bristol Bears debut – plus rugby union’s most anticipated first bows
Club remain tight-lipped about whether American superstar will play against local rivals Gloucester-Hartpury on Sunday
Rugby star Ilona Maher draws record crowd for Bristol Bears debut
US superstar Ilona Maher made her rugby union debut for Bristol Bears at the weekend. The 28-year-old's presence brought a record crowd of 9,240 for a women's game at Ashton Gate stadium. Ilona has more than eight million followers across Instagram and TikTok, making her the world's most followed rugby union player.
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Rugby star Ilona Maher debuts for Bristol Bears, draws record 9,240 fans at Ashton Gate
BRISTOL, England (AP) — U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher made her debut for the Bristol Bears women's team in front of a record home crowd of 9,240 fans on Sunday. But Maher, “ the most followed ...
Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam provides injury update on troublesome second-row position
Second row continues to be a problem position for Bristol Bears as Pat Lam’s side battles through the relentless schedule of ...