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by Ita Emmanuel | in Rugby Predictions
Bristol Bears will begin their 2025-26 Premiership Rugby campaign playing host to Leicester Tigers on Sunday. The Bears will look to kick off their campaign on a winning note against the Tigers. Here is our prediction for the match.
Bristol Bears secured the final playoff spot in Premiership Rugby last season, finishing fourth with 58 points. However, their journey ended in the semi-finals where they lost 34-20 to eventual champions Bath Rugby.
The Bristol-based outfit will target a stronger campaign this season. They bounced back with a 40-24 away win over Gloucester Rugby last time out in the Premiership Cup after their opening-day loss in the competition. Pat Lam’s side have also won six of their last seven home matches in all competitions, dating back to last season.
Last season's finalist, Leicester Tigers, are already off to a strong start under new manager Geoff Parling. The Tigers have won their opening two fixtures in the Premiership Cup, including a 25-17 victory over Harlequins in their last outing.
They have also won two and drawn one of their last four away fixtures against Bristol Bears. Nevertheless, their recent record on the road is far from convincing, having lost three of their last five away matches.
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The Best Betting Odds for Bristol RC Bears v Leicester Tigers Match
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1.4 | 23 | 3.1 |
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1.33 | 21 | 3.4 |
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1.35 | 21 | 3.5 |
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1.44 | 21 | 2.87 |
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1.36 | 29 | 3.15 |
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Bristol RC Bears vs Leicester Tigers Form
Bristol RC Bears and Leicester Tigers's standings in the English Premiership Rugby
Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bristol RC Bears and Leicester Tigers Last Matches

3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
19 Sep 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
13 Sep 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
6 Jun 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
31 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
16 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
10 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
31 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
10 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
20 Apr 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
22 Mar 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
15 Feb 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
26 Jan 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
1/6 (17%)
0/6 (0%)
5/6 (83%)
19 Sep 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
13 Sep 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
6 Jun 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
16 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
26 Apr 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
29 Mar 2025 - English Premiership Rugby

4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
19 Sep 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
13 Sep 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
14 Jun 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
7 Jun 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
31 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
17 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
13 Sep 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
7 Jun 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
31 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
9 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
26 Apr 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
30 Mar 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
19 Sep 2025 - Premiership Rugby Cup
14 Jun 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
17 May 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
20 Apr 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
5 Apr 2025 - Champions Cup
21 Mar 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
Bristol RC Bears vs Leicester Tigers Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
67 %
0 %
33 %
20 Apr 2025 - English Premiership Rugby
21 Dec 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
27 Apr 2024 - English Premiership Rugby
Bristol RC Bears - Leicester Tigers Key Points
- Bristol Bears have lost three of their last five matches.
- Bristol Bears have won six of their last seven home matches.
- Leicester Tigers have won four of their last five matches.
- Leicester Tigers have won two of their last five trips to face Bristol Bears, drawing one.
- Leicester Tigers have lost three of their last five away matches.
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Our Bristol RC Bears vs Leicester Tigers Prediction
New Leicester Tigers’ manager Geoff Parling couldn't have asked for a better start to his reign. Two straight wins in the Premiership Cup has positioned the Leicester club among teams to watch in the 2025-26 Premiership Rugby season.
While Bristol Bears have been formidable at home, they have struggled for results when hosting Leicester Tigers lately. We expect Leicester Tigers to either maintain their winning momentum on Sunday against the Bears or lose by a respectable margin. Our Bristol Bears vs Leicester Tigers prediction is Leicester Tigers +6.5 handicap points.
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