It was a big win for Bristol 19-52 at Newcastle Red Bulls this evening as they took advantage of some poor Red Bulls defence.

Friday night sees Newcastle Red Bulls host Bristol Bears in the latest round of Gallagher Prem fixtures in front of what looks to be building to be a big crowd at Kingston Park. Both teams were involved in high scoring games last weekend, in the case of Red Bulls they were on the wrong end of a high score being beaten 62-3 at Leicester. For Bristol they had a big 53-12 derby victory against Gloucester. You know what you’ll get with Bristol When Bristol play they play and play

The Betfred Championship is back and here's a look as Newcastle Thunder host Barrow Raiders on Saturday afternoon. I also have a look ahead to the rest of the action in the Championship this weekend.