Evie Gallagher topped the Premiership Women’s Rugby league for turnovers and ranked among the top 5% of No.8s for defenders beaten during the WXV Global Series, establishing herself as a standout performer for Scotland according to recent reporting by RugbyPass.
Gallagher Bolsters Bristol Bears and Rises in International Rankings
- PWR Fantasy Valuation: Gallagher’s high volume of defensive turnovers and carrying makes her a key player in Premiership Women’s Rugby formats.
- Bristol Bears Outlook: Her return to club duty bolsters a Bristol side aiming to break into the top four following the offseason recruitment of Ellie Kildunne.
- International Standing: Ranked 29th on the RugbyPass Top 50 Women’s Rugby Players 2026, her stock continues to rise despite Scotland’s recent winless WXV run.
The Impact of Missing the Six Nations
Gallagher’s stellar form at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 and an explosive start to the PWR season with Bristol Bears was interrupted by a hamstring injury. That sidelined her for the Guinness Women’s Six Nations, where Scotland finished fifth.
Without her presence in the back row alongside injuries in key positions, Scotland suffered defeats to England, Italy, France, and Ireland. Upon returning to Test rugby for Dave Butcher’s side, Gallagher started all five matches in the WXV Global Series campaign.
| Metric / Area | Evie Gallagher’s Performance Level |
|---|---|
| PWR Club | Bristol Bears |
| Position | No.8 / Back Row |
| Key League Stat | Led PWR for turnovers |
| WXV Global Series Rank | Top 5% of No.8s for defenders beaten and try assists |
| RugbyPass Top 50 2026 | Ranked 29th |
High Praise From Teammates and Coaches
Scotland captain Helen Malcolm singled out Gallagher’s impact during the October international window, stating to RugbyPass: “Evie’s, for me, the on form player in the world at the minute and I don’t think that is something I would ever say lightly.” Malcolm added: “Her ability to tackle but probably most importantly, the ability for us to get the ball back with her over the ball is quite literally second to none in the world at the minute.”
Bristol Bears head coach Scott Lawson also highlighted her versatility and work rate as the club prepares for the upcoming league season. Lawson noted: “Her ability to perform across the back row gives us huge flexibility, but what really sets her apart is the impact she has all over the pitch.”
Return to Bristol Bears
Following the conclusion of Scotland’s matches against Canada, New Zealand, and Australia in the WXV Global Series, Gallagher shifts her focus back to club competition. Bristol enters the new league campaign aiming to improve on an eighth-place finish.
The West Country club has reinforced its squad significantly ahead of the season. Alongside Gallagher’s return to full fitness, Bristol has added Red Roses full-back Ellie Kildunne while welcoming back Abbie Ward and Lark Atkin-Davies from pregnancy in recent JAECOO PWR Next Gen Cup fixtures.
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