U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher has celebrated her first start for the Bristol Bears by powering over for a try in a 41-31 victory at the Exeter Chiefs.

With over eight million social media followers and a Reese Witherspoon production following her, Maher is attracting a global audience

Ilona Maher made her debut on the pitch last weekend with her new UK rugby team, the Bristol Bears. The U.S. Bronze medalist and Dancing With the Stars runner-up entered the Bears vs. Gloucester-Hartpury match as a sub in the 61st minute,

U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher is set to make her first start for the Bristol Bears on Sunday at the Exeter Chiefs.

Social media sensation Ilona Maher will make her first start for Bristol Bears this weekend in their game against Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park. The USA international made a return to XVs last weekend,