Varndell: Ashton Gate Is A Fantastic Stadium

Andy Robinson's men kick off the new Championship season at Ashton Gate and Varndell is impressed by the ongoing redevelopment.

"It's shaping up to be a fantastic stadium. The pitch is immaculate and the new South Stand looks great," the winger told bristolrugby.co.uk.

"I've only had the chance to play there in the pre-season game, but you could already sense what sort of atmosphere can be created at Ashton Gate when the supporters get behind the boys.

"It's a really competitive, healthy atmosphere at the Club right now, and everyone's pushing each other all the time.

"I'm not going to walk into the team – there are boys here who have trained so hard all the way through pre-season and have amazing ability.

"I'm enjoying it so far and the lads have really welcomed me. There's a collective focus about what we need to do and we'll be trying to get the season off to the best possible start on Sunday."

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