The first ever professional game of rugby league in the birthplace of rugby union sadly didn’t go the Bears’ way on Sunday, as they were beaten by a clinical and impressive Hunslet side.

We’ve got all the analysis from the match, along with the post-match reaction of Bears head coach Tom Tsang. We also chat to club captain Chris Barratt who has now reached 100 appearances for the Bears.

Intros & book plug - 00:00:46

Tom Tsang post-Hunslet interview - 00:04:03

Hunslet analysis - 00:11:46

Chris Barratt 100 up - 00:21:26

Chris chat, West Wales preview & wrap-up - 00:22:25

Also, don’t forget to order your copy of Dave’s book about the Bears’ 20th anniversary season, which is raising money for the Bears and for Rugby League Cares. Orders close at the end of this week! Get your copy now.

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