Ellie Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for 2026-27 PWR season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:04 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
England full-back Ellie Kildunne has signed with Bristol Bears for the upcoming 2026-27 Premiership Women's Rugby season after leaving Harlequins. Kildunne expressed relief and comfort in finalizing her new club following uncertainty about her future. The 26-year-old has been a standout player in women's rugby, recently contributing to the Red Roses' fifth consecutive Grand Slam at the Women's Six Nations. Kildunne is known for her significant impact on the pitch, marking her 62 caps and 48 tries since debuting at age 18. At Bristol, she will reunite with several teammates from the national squad.
- •Kildunne leaves Harlequins after five years.
- •She has been a pivotal player for England's national team.
- •Kildunne scored five tries in the recent Six Nations.
- •Bristol finished eighth in the league this season.
- •She looks forward to supporting women's rugby progression.
- 5:04 PMYahoo Sports — England's Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for 2026-27
- 5:01 PMBBC Sport — England's Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for 2026-27
"England full-back Ellie Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for the 2026-27 PWR season following her exit from Harlequins.
"England full-back Ellie Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for the 2026-27 PWR season following her exit from Harlequins.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 5:04 PMEngland's Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for 2026-27
England full-back Ellie Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for the 2026-27 PWR season following her exit from Harlequins.
- BBC SportJun 19, 2026, 5:01 PMEngland's Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for 2026-27
England full-back Ellie Kildunne joins Bristol Bears for the 2026-27 PWR season following her exit from Harlequins.
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