Rugby star Henry Pollock is expected to demand a significant pay raise, with agent Eddie Hearn suggesting a £1m annual salary. This demand poses a challenge for Northampton Saints due to the league's £6.4m salary cap and competition for marquee player status among their young talents.
Northampton Saints have won the Prem rugby title, proving themselves the team of the season with a hard-fought victory over Exeter. The final was characterized by strong defense and two yellow cards, which influenced key scoring moments.
Northampton Saints secured their third Premiership title, defeating Exeter Chiefs 26-17 in a hard-fought final. The victory, featuring 14 academy graduates, cements Northampton's status as a dominant force in English rugby, with experts predicting a dynasty.
George Hendy scored two tries in quick succession to secure Northampton's 26-17 victory over Exeter in the Prem final at Allianz Stadium, marking Saints' third title win.
Northampton Saints are returning to Twickenham for the Prem final, aiming for their second title in three seasons. Having finished top of the table and scored more tries than any other club, they are known for their entertaining, fast-paced rugby. This season could cement their status as the best team in the club's 146-year history.
Northampton Saints defeated Leicester Tigers 45-31 in a thrilling semi-final to reach the Prem final. Captain George Furbank scored two tries in his final home game for Saints, who will face the winners of Bath vs Exeter Chiefs.
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.
Northampton Saints secured a record-breaking 94-33 victory over Bristol Bears, scoring 14 tries to confirm their semi-final place in the Prem Rugby. Winger George Hendy scored four tries in the highest-scoring game in top-flight rugby history.
Northampton Saints shattered scoring records, defeating Bristol Bears 96-39 with 14 tries. The win secures Northampton's playoff spot, while Bristol's top-four hopes are diminished.
Northampton Saints achieved a record-breaking performance, scoring 14 tries and 61 points in the first half against Bristol Bears. The 96-0 victory secures Saints' playoff qualification, while Bristol's top-four hopes are diminished.
Wales rugby international George North has announced he will retire at the end of the current season. The 34-year-old, who earned 121 caps for Wales and toured twice with the British and Irish Lions, began his career with Scarlets before moving to Northampton Saints in 2013, where he won the Premiership. He spent five years with Ospreys before joining French side Provence. North retired from international rugby in 2024.
Northampton Saints host Bath at Franklin's Gardens in a crucial Premiership encounter, two weeks after Bath's dramatic Champions Cup quarter-final victory. The match saw Bath win 6-5 in an 11-try thriller, with the winning try coming in the final five minutes. Northampton, who led 28-7 early, will look to avenge that defeat and maintain their position at the top of the table, one point ahead of Bath.
