Scrum-half Alex Mitchell is in line for a surprise return for Northampton in the Prem final against Exeter, having recovered from a hamstring injury. His availability is a boost for club and country ahead of summer fixtures.
The English Premiership semi-finals showcased brilliant rugby, leading to a Northampton v Exeter final. This presents an opportunity for England to embrace a more dynamic, attacking style, potentially identifying future national team talent beyond current coach Steve Borthwick.
Bath lost to Exeter despite a late comeback, with fly-half Santi Carreras turning down a crucial drop-goal attempt. Meanwhile, Henry Pollock secured revenge against Leicester after a previous difficult match, showcasing high work-rate and influence.
Ealing Trailfinders have sensationally knocked out three-time defending champions Gloucester-Hartpury in the Premiership Women's Rugby semi-finals, setting up a final clash with Saracens on June 28. Saracens narrowly defeated Exeter 40-38 in their semi-final.
Saracens will play Ealing Trailfinders in the Premiership Women's Rugby final on June 28, after Trailfinders sensationally knocked out three-time defending champions Gloucester-Hartpury. Saracens narrowly beat Exeter 40-38 in their semi-final.
Northampton and Exeter, who finished second and third bottom last season, have reached the Prem final. Exeter's resilience secured a 27-26 win over Bath, while Northampton scored seven tries against Leicester. Both teams highlight the importance of tactical bravery and collective desire.
Exeter boss Rob Baxter credits Henry Slade's leadership for guiding the team to the Prem final. Despite a sin-binning, Slade orchestrated a historic comeback, leading Exeter to become the first third-placed side to reach the final.
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter described reaching the Premiership final as one of his greatest achievements, highlighting the team's turnaround from their worst season to a championship decider.
Exeter Chiefs staged a remarkable second-half comeback to defeat Bath and reach the Premiership final. Trailing 26-10 at halftime, Exeter scored 17 unanswered points in the second half to secure a historic away playoff victory and set up a final against Northampton.
Exeter Chiefs staged a remarkable second-half comeback to defeat Bath 27-26, securing their place in the Premiership final. Trailing 26-10 at halftime, Exeter scored 17 unanswered points to win away from home.
Northampton Saints have reached the Premiership final after a thrilling East Midlands derby victory against Leicester Tigers. Tom Litchfield's first-half hat-trick was crucial, with Archie McParland and George Furbank also scoring tries in a high-scoring encounter.
Rugby player Henry Slade discusses the daily challenges of managing type 1 diabetes and OCD alongside his demanding career and family life. Despite these hurdles, the 33-year-old is experiencing a career resurgence, showcasing exceptional skill and determination on the field.
Exeter Chiefs defeated Saracens 32-12, securing a Premiership semi-final spot and ending Mark McCall's tenure as Saracens' director of rugby. The win moves Exeter to third place, setting up a semi-final against Bath.
Exeter Chiefs secured a playoff spot by defeating Saracens 25-12, ending Mark McCall’s 15-year tenure. The win, fueled by Henry Slade’s try and conversion and key plays during a Saracens yellow card, sets up a semi-final against Bath.
Bath secured a home semi-final with a hard-fought 24-22 win over Leicester in a physically intense, set-piece-dominated rugby match, with Thomas du Toit scoring a hat-trick.
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Exeter Chiefs secured a 35-26 victory against Leicester Tigers, with Andrea Zambonin's late try sealing a bonus point and a place in the Prem play-offs. The win moves Exeter to fourth, ahead of Saracens.
Mark McCall aims for a top-four finish in his last home game as Saracens' director of rugby, facing Harlequins with a playoff spot at stake, ahead of a potential final showdown against Exeter.
Harlequins staged a remarkable comeback, scoring 34 unanswered points to defeat Exeter after trailing by 17 points. The win boosts Harlequins' European rugby hopes, while Exeter missed an opportunity to solidify their playoff position.
Harlequins staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Exeter Chiefs 41-24, scoring 27 unanswered points in the second half. The win boosts Quins' Champions Cup hopes while leaving Chiefs to nervously contemplate their playoff qualification.
Northampton and Bath were well beaten over the weekend: will Leicester or Exeter force themselves into the top two?There are small but significant moments in every league campaign. Until the weekend it was widely assumed that Northampton and Bath, the two frontrunners in the English Prem, were all but nailed on for home semi-finals and, by extension, would almost certainly meet in the grand final at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham on 20 June.That could still happen but, suddenly, others are entering the chat. Not only did Saints and Bath lose at the weekend but both were well beaten, 41-17 by Leicester and 35-12 by Exeter respectively. Bath, including their Champions Cup semi-final in Bordeaux, have lost three games on the trot. Northampton were not so much batted aside by the Tigers as unceremoniously flattened. Continue reading...
Exeter back rower Kane James and Harlequins centre Bryn Bradley are among six uncapped Wales players named by Steve Tandy for the summer games.
The top-four scene tightens up for the end-of-season run-in as Leicester, Saracens and Exeter claim major scalps in the play-off scrap.
Exeter 35-12 BathFourth-placed Exeter secure bonus-point victoryThe road to the Prem playoffs continues to be full of compelling twists and turns. For a while it seemed Exeter might be about to be reeled in by a Bath side renowned for their finishing strength, only for second-half tries from Paul Brown-Bampoe, Len Ikitau and Campbell Ridl and a resilient defensive effort to steer the Chiefs to one of their more pleasing league wins of the season.With Leicester and Saracens finishing strongly and only three regular season fixtures remaining this was a game the home side could ill afford to lose and that extra edge played a part against a Bath side still feeling the effects of their disappointing Champions Cup semi-final loss in Bordeaux. As the game wore on it was Exeter who grew in confidence and this result puts them in fourth place, five points clear of Bristol in fifth. Continue reading...
