Esmond Million's Bung Posted September 23, 2018 Report Share Posted September 23, 2018 20 hours ago, Robbored said: Point for scoring 4 tries. 19 hours ago, Calculus said: From the Premiership Rugby website: 4 points for a win, 2 points for a draw. Bonus points: 1 point to a team that loses a match by 7 points or less, 1 point to a team scoring 4 tries or more in a match. Yes I am aware of the points system, what I am saying is the highlighted portion is bullshit IMO, a defeat is a defeat end of. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted September 23, 2018 Report Share Posted September 23, 2018 2 minutes ago, Esmond Million's Bung said: Yes I am aware of the points system, what I am saying is the highlighted portion is bullshit IMO, a defeat is a defeat end of. I think most rugby fans would agree with you but EMB but the RFU call the shots and are notorious for irritating clubs and fans alike. The point for scoring four tries is fine but a point for losing by less than seven points is ludicrous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelRobartes Posted September 23, 2018 Report Share Posted September 23, 2018 On 22/09/2018 at 19:27, cidercity1987 said: Load of bollocks the points for being within 7 points. Lose every game by 7 and you'll probably stay up. Bristol's points difference -29 no bonus points. Newcastle's -31 2 bonus points, what a nonsense. Hardly. Second bottom last season had 36. A point per game gives you 22 so absolutely nowhere near. The rules are clear. In my opinion the BP system has had an overwhemingly positive effect on the game. Even if you don't like it the worst team always goes down and the best team always win the league. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esmond Million's Bung Posted September 23, 2018 Report Share Posted September 23, 2018 3 minutes ago, MichaelRobartes said: Hardly. Second bottom last season had 36. A point per game gives you 22 so absolutely nowhere near. The rules are clear. In my opinion the BP system has had an overwhemingly positive effect on the game. Even if you don't like it the worst team always goes down and the best team always win the league. You know I am not in favour, how can it be fair to have lost 3 games out of 4 or 75% of your games and still be a point ahead of a team who has won 2 out of 4 games or has won/lost 50% of their games, I get the 4 tries but not getting anything for a close defeat. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidercity1987 Posted September 23, 2018 Report Share Posted September 23, 2018 (edited) 23 minutes ago, MichaelRobartes said: Hardly. Second bottom last season had 36. A point per game gives you 22 so absolutely nowhere near. The rules are clear. In my opinion the BP system has had an overwhemingly positive effect on the game. Even if you don't like it the worst team always goes down and the best team always win the league. In the last 5 seasons 22 points would have been sufficient to survive, so my point certainly stands. As someone who doesnt know a whole lot about Rugby I can see from an outsiders perspective the fallacy that myself and Esmond have pointed out. It´s total bullshit. Going off topic but best team wins the league? Not in my limited knowledge! Finally, it seems strange that a shedload of games so far this season have finished in 7 point wins. What a coincidence! Or more likely once you have secured a bonus point there is no real incentive to push for a draw or win in case you put the bonus at risk. Edited September 23, 2018 by cidercity1987 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidercity1987 Posted September 23, 2018 Report Share Posted September 23, 2018 25 minutes ago, Esmond Million's Bung said: You know I am not in favour, how can it be fair to have lost 3 games out of 4 or 75% of your games and still be a point ahead of a team who has won 2 out of 4 games or has won/lost 50% of their games, I get the 4 tries but not getting anything for a close defeat. One of teams above Bristol have less wins and a worse points difference. Totally contrived confusion! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelRobartes Posted September 23, 2018 Report Share Posted September 23, 2018 27 minutes ago, cidercity1987 said: In the last 5 seasons 22 points would have been sufficient to survive, so my point certainly stands. As someone who doesnt know a whole lot about Rugby I can see from an outsiders perspective the fallacy that myself and Esmond have pointed out. It´s total bullshit. Going off topic but best team wins the league? Not in my limited knowledge! Finally, it seems strange that a shedload of games so far this season have finished in 7 point wins. What a coincidence! Or more likely once you have secured a bonus point there is no real incentive to push for a draw or win in case you put the bonus at risk. Fair enough Newcastle stayed up in 2013/14 with 22 points but since then second bottom have always ended up with more points. Admittedly I don't watch a lot of English rugby but I watch almost all PRO14 and European games and with respect I totally disagree with you about the bonus points. In my experience you see a lot more matches where teams throw everything at a losing cause to get a BP rather than shutting up shop. Maybe the PRO14 is different from the EP in that regard though. In my opinion Bristol will be fine this season and will be able to push on nicely after surviving. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted September 27, 2018 Admin Report Share Posted September 27, 2018 For anyone going to the rugby Saturday the M2 service is free all day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Never to the dark side Posted September 28, 2018 Report Share Posted September 28, 2018 Our wonderful Ashton bus Metro fiasco has dropped to a new level The metro bus which ain't no good for night time match's and which us football fans have to pay for. Will be FREE for the rugger boys on Saturday. Let's see if we will be given the same privilege for our next home Saturday game against Stoke City Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyredredrobin Posted September 28, 2018 Report Share Posted September 28, 2018 Is discrimination like this legal in the 21st century? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Never to the dark side Posted September 28, 2018 Report Share Posted September 28, 2018 Have a look at the Metro bus timetable on the internet. You have to turn your head side ways to understand it Or turn your monitor sideways if its any easier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Grovesy Posted September 28, 2018 Report Share Posted September 28, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, Never to the dark side said: Our wonderful Ashton bus Metro fiasco has dropped to a new level The metro bus which ain't no good for night time match's and which us football fans have to pay for. Will be FREE for the rugger boys on Saturday. Let's see if we will be given the same privilege for our next home Saturday game against Stoke City Always believed this myself but noticed on the Metrobus site that the gates are locked at 22.45. Maybe it is ok for weekday evenings if you are prepared to walk back? I sent a message to Metrobus about using the facility for City games but didn't get a reply! Long Ashton Park & Ride, BS3 2HB 1500 parking spaces Free parking and no need to display a ticket Open from 5.30am Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays and public holidays Closed and locked overnight at 22.45pm Monday to Saturday Overnight parking is not permitted If your vehicle is locked in, please call 0117 903 1550. Bristol City Council retains the right to charge for the call out service and the vehicle release fee is £25. Edited September 28, 2018 by Red Grovesy Spelling 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted September 28, 2018 Report Share Posted September 28, 2018 I’ve missed the details on this generally. So we can now use the Long Ashton park & ride and the Metro bus goes from there to Ashton Gate..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Grovesy Posted September 28, 2018 Report Share Posted September 28, 2018 1 hour ago, Bar BS3 said: I’ve missed the details on this generally. So we can now use the Long Ashton park & ride and the Metro bus goes from there to Ashton Gate..? I have no idea but would love to know. I sent a message asking this very question to Metrobus but didn't get a reply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBFC II Posted September 28, 2018 Report Share Posted September 28, 2018 Teams up https://www.bristolbearsrugby.com/news/team-news-bristol-bears-vs-northampton-saints/ 2 changes from last weekend with latta and Lam coming in for the injured vui and crane. Looking like two strong teams so should be a cracker! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bar BS3 Posted September 28, 2018 Report Share Posted September 28, 2018 31 minutes ago, Red Grovesy said: I have no idea but would love to know. I sent a message asking this very question to Metrobus but didn't get a reply. They may have sent a reply off to you, but maybe it’s got stuck somewhere..?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Club and Country Posted September 29, 2018 Report Share Posted September 29, 2018 Being a bath ‘follower’ it seems saracens away is now the game everyone just chucks in 13 changes Bath have made!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted September 29, 2018 Report Share Posted September 29, 2018 (edited) Blimey good entertainment for those that went today! Edited September 29, 2018 by Super Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBFC II Posted September 29, 2018 Report Share Posted September 29, 2018 Really poor defending at times mixed in with some brilliant play in the backs, Hurrell and Piutau especially Hopefully we can step it up for next week 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted September 29, 2018 Report Share Posted September 29, 2018 4 hours ago, Super said: Blimey good entertainment for those that went today! And how many was that.....anyone know ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted September 29, 2018 Report Share Posted September 29, 2018 20 minutes ago, slartibartfast said: And how many was that.....anyone know ? 14684 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted September 30, 2018 Report Share Posted September 30, 2018 They said 2000 City ST holders took up the ticket offer. Must admit the atmosphere seemed better today, lots more jumping out of their seats for Trys than I’ve ever seen. A great game for a ‘first’ I would think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted September 30, 2018 Report Share Posted September 30, 2018 1 hour ago, RedM said: They said 2000 City ST holders took up the ticket offer. Must admit the atmosphere seemed better today, lots more jumping out of their seats for Trys than I’ve ever seen. A great game for a ‘first’ I would think. If you've got to lose, I guess two bonus points is, well...............a bonus ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted September 30, 2018 Report Share Posted September 30, 2018 13 hours ago, RedM said: They said 2000 City ST holders took up the ticket offer. Must admit the atmosphere seemed better today, lots more jumping out of their seats for Trys than I’ve ever seen. A great game for a ‘first’ I would think. Interesting as I know a couple of Bath supporters that went yesterday and they were whinging about how they didn't like the crowd saying it wasn't a 'proper' rugby crowd. Had the same when I was with Bath mates for the opening game. Personally I hope the partisan atmosphere continues and stuff other rugby fans. We're the 'big city' club in the Premiership really so would expect it to be a bit different. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted October 1, 2018 Admin Report Share Posted October 1, 2018 What I found odd there was a large group of Gloucester supporters all sat in their red shirts I couldn't understand why they would go to a game where their side is not playing and then wear your own colours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gifford Posted October 1, 2018 Report Share Posted October 1, 2018 2 hours ago, phantom said: What I found odd there was a large group of Gloucester supporters all sat in their red shirts I couldn't understand why they would go to a game where their side is not playing and then wear your own colours City fans using their free tickets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CyderInACan Posted October 1, 2018 Report Share Posted October 1, 2018 2 hours ago, phantom said: What I found odd there was a large group of Gloucester supporters all sat in their red shirts I couldn't understand why they would go to a game where their side is not playing and then wear your own colours Did they all have “Flint” on the back!? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted October 1, 2018 Report Share Posted October 1, 2018 7 hours ago, phantom said: What I found odd there was a large group of Gloucester supporters all sat in their red shirts I couldn't understand why they would go to a game where their side is not playing and then wear your own colours A common sight at Cup Finals etc for both rugby codes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted October 1, 2018 Admin Report Share Posted October 1, 2018 13 minutes ago, Northern Red said: A common sight at Cup Finals etc for both rugby codes. I get that because tickets are on general sale months in advance, just seems odd at a league fixture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted October 1, 2018 Admin Report Share Posted October 1, 2018 Is it normal that there is no clock shown on the scoreboard? Also thought it odd the only one that seemed to be in the ground was this one counting down - but was in such an odd place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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