Debutant Ellis Simms scored twice on his debut as Sunderland came from 2-1 down to beat Bristol City 3-2 in a pulsating Championship clash at Ashton Gate.
The Everton loanee began his season-long spell at the Wearsiders in excellent fashion with the opener after just four minutes, but just six minutes later Andreas Weimann levelled as City created some good early chances.
Chris Martin put the hosts ahead six minutes after the break, but Simms levelled soon after and then forced a superb save from Dan Bentley.
Ross Stewart headed Alex Neil's men in front again before Dan Ballard superbly blocked an effort from City's Rob Atkinson while Martin missed a good chance as the hosts tried in vain for an equaliser.