The second oldest rugby varsity in the world
The Bottle Match is an annual varsity sport event between Camborne School of Mines and The Royal School of Mines. The two schools meet every year in February to battle it out on the pitch for the honour of lifting the huge, black, metal bottle.
Bottle Match started with the rugby match and over the years has seen the addition of football, hockey, lacrosse, netball, badminton and squash.
Since 1902, the varsity has been hosted in Cornwall or London, alternating each year. This year's Bottle Match is at home and CSM would appreciate your support.
Bottle Match Results 2026
Friday 20th February
CSM Mens Hockey 1-2 RSM Mens Hockey
CSM Ladies Hockey 1-2 RSM Ladies Hockey
Saturday 21st February
CSM Netball 59-22 RSM Netball
CSM Squash 9-3 RSM Squash
CSM Tennis 12-0 RSM Tennis.
CSM Lacrosse 2-9 RSM Lacrosse
CSM Badminton 15-10 RSM Badminton
CSM Football 0-5 RSM Football
CSM RFC 3-14 RSM RFC.
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