Gloucester and Bordeaux Begles kicked off the 2026-27 Investec Champions Cup with a dramatic 36-36 draw at Kingsholm. Both teams showcased their skills in a match filled with excitement and intensity.

Match Highlights:

• Gloucester Scorers:

  • Tries: Clark, Llewellyn, Barton, Trenholm (2)
  • Conversions: Barton (4)
  • Penalties: Barton

• Bordeaux Begles Scorers:

  • Tries: Page-Relo, Falatea, Uberti, Bielle-Biarrey (2)
  • Conversions: Lucu (4)
  • Penalty: Lucu

The match started with Bordeaux aiming for their third consecutive Champions Cup title. They faced a tough challenge as they trailed 24-17 at halftime. The situation intensified when Will Trenholm scored twice for Gloucester, extending their lead to 36-29.

However, Louis Bielle-Biarrey responded swiftly for Bordeaux, scoring his second try, which was converted by Maxime Lucu. Despite both teams pushing for a winning score in the final moments, neither could secure the victory.

In a somber note before the match, a moment of silence was observed for Hyron Andrews, the Lions lock who tragically passed away at the age of 31. The Lions are set to honor him in their upcoming fixture against La Rochelle.