Harlequins prop Joe Marler starts against Bristol Bears in his final match before retiring from professional rugby.

The visitors were in impressive attacking form at the Twickenham Stoop as Quins prop Marler made his final professional appearance

Bristol Bears dismantled Harlequins 48-24 in their Gallagher Premiership Rugby encounter at the Twickenham Stoop as Joe Marler bowed out of the sport.

Joe Marler insists retirement timing right after Harlequins crushed by Bristol - Marler made his 286th and last appearance for Quins.

There were fireworks but no fairytale finish as Bristol Bears spoiled the Joe Marler send-off, dismissing Harlequins 48-24 to move top of the Premiership table. Pat Lam’s team have become formidable opponents on the road and were in no mood to roll over for a retirement party,