DUNCAN Bell returned to top flight action for Newport Gwent Dragons on Sunday, but insists his return to professional rugby won't affect his coaching job at Lydney.

Bell, 39, played 45 minutes in a 24-23 win over Glasgow Warriors.

A late try from Newport Gwent Dragons replacement winger Ross Wardle, converted by Rhys Jones, saw the home side dent Glasgow's Pro12 play-off hopes at Rodney Parade.

It's two years since Bell last played professionally for Bath – and he says it's a short-term return to help Dragons out of a fix, caused by injuries, illnesses and suspensions.

"I wouldn't have accepted the offer if it had got in the way of my Lydney stuff," he said.