Northampton, the Premiership's top contenders, face Exeter in the final, a match that history suggests will be unpredictable. Despite Exeter's lower league position, their recent strong performances and the return of key players like Manny Feyi-Waboso, along with the leadership of Dafydd Jenkins, suggest they are capable of an upset.
England coach Brendon McCullum voiced deep concern for captain Ben Stokes' wellbeing after Stokes and Gus Atkinson breached a midnight curfew. McCullum prioritized support for Stokes over disciplinary matters, focusing on his welfare amid an internal investigation.
England coach Brendon McCullum voiced deep concern for captain Ben Stokes' wellbeing after Stokes and Gus Atkinson breached a curfew. McCullum prioritized Stokes' welfare over disciplinary matters, stating his primary focus is supporting the player.
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.
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.
Former England spinner Graeme Swann has criticized the ECB's midnight curfew on players, calling it "ridiculous" and a focus on "optics over realities." He believes captain Ben Stokes was unfairly targeted after a nightclub incident post-Test win, arguing that professional cricketers should be trusted to celebrate responsibly.
England convenes a small training camp with prospects like Tobias Elliott and Ben Redshaw, while key players from Northampton, Bath, Exeter, and Leicester are absent due to Premiership semi-finals; focus is on non-cap warm-up against France XV on 19 June
England Test captain Ben Stokes involved in late-night altercation at Chelsea nightclub, ECB investigation underway
England Test captain Ben Stokes' future is uncertain after the ECB launched an investigation into a breach of team protocol involving Stokes and Gus Atkinson at a London nightclub, potentially affecting their participation in the second Test against New Zealand.
England cricket captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson are under investigation by the ECB for a breach of team protocols at a London nightclub, potentially jeopardizing Stokes' captaincy.
England cricket captain Ben Stokes and teammate Gus Atkinson are under investigation by the ECB for a breach of team protocols after an incident at a nightclub involving a Saracens rugby player.
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.
Saracens boss Mark McCall reflects on his 17-year tenure, highlighting the team's resilience after relegation and salary cap breaches in 2020 as his proudest achievement. Ahead of a crucial match against Exeter, he prepares to step down, emphasizing the need for new energy and support for developing coaches.
Saracens boss Mark McCall reflects on his 17-year tenure, highlighting the team's resilience after relegation and salary cap breaches in 2020 as his proudest achievement. He prepares for his final game against Exeter.
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.
Saracens secured a fourth consecutive league win, beating Gloucester 30-14 to move within three points of fourth place in the Premiership table and boost their play-off aspirations.
Saracens teenager Noah Caluori is targeting a senior England debut this summer after a record-breaking season. The 19-year-old, who has scored 18 tries, feels prepared for the international stage following his development through the England 'A' and Under-20s squads.
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 Chiefs secure bonus-point victory The 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 the Chiefs who grew in confidence and this result puts them in fourth place, five points clear of Bristol in fifth. Continue reading...
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...
Saracens score six tries as they record a 10th straight win over injury-hit Bristol Bears to boost their top four hopes in the Gallagher Prem.
Article highlights three young rugby wingers - Noah Caluori (19, Saracens), Louis Bielle-Biarrey (22, France/Bath) and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso (23, Exeter) - as exceptional talents who could transform rugby's image from physical collisions to skill-based spectacle. Caluori has scored 18 tries in nine Premiership matches, drawing comparisons to 'cheat code' players. The piece argues these athletes represent a new era of quick, intelligent rugby that could attract younger audiences and transcend the sport.
Saracens defeated Leicester Tigers 19-15 in a tight Premiership clash to keep their play-off hopes alive. Noah Caluori scored his 10th try in three games before being sin-binned, while Eroni Mawi's second-half try proved decisive. Saracens remain sixth, five points off fifth-placed Exeter with a game in hand.
