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Hendy returns for Northampton Saints against Sale Sharks

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

George Hendy is set to make his return to Northampton Saints’ starting line-up for the first time this season, as the 22-year-old starts against Sale Sharks on Friday (18 October, kick-off: 7.45pm).   Despite...

Borthwick names 36-player squad for Autumn Nations Series

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

England men’s head coach Steve Borthwick has named a 36-player training squad for the forthcoming Autumn Nations Series which begins on Saturday 2 November against New Zealand at Allianz Stadium,...

Premiership Rugby Round 4 review

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Bristol Bears replaced Saracens at the top of the Premiership Rugby table on a thrilling Derby Weekend. The Bears beat Exeter Chiefs 40-35 at Sandy Park, while Saracens lost for the first time this season...

First home win for Chieka as Leicester beat Saints

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Michael Cheika oversaw a memorable first home victory as Leicester Tigers boss as they beat rivals and Premiership title holders Northampton Saints. Freddie Steward put the hosts ahead with a try...

WATCH: Olly Cracknell scores

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

After an extremely competitive first half, Leicester Tigers' Olly Cracknell extended the home team lead when he crossed the line after a quick pick and drive from five metre out. Watch Below: Olly...

WATCH: Freddie Steward opens the scoring

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

The Leicester Tigers were the first to get on the scoreboard in the East Midlands derby through Freddie Steward.  Watch below: Freddie Steward opens the scoring for Leicester in the East...

Montoya, Pollard return for East Midlands Derby

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Leicester Tigers have named their matchday squad for Saturday’s East Midlands Derby against Northampton Saints at 5:30pm at Mattioli Woods Welford Road.   The latest chapter in rugby’s...

Saints name team for derby day clash with Leicester Tigers

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Phil Dowson makes six changes to his Northampton Saints side as they travel to Leicester Tigers this weekend, with the Derby Day clash at Mattioli Woods Welford Road taking place this Saturday (12 October,...

Premiership Rugby derby weekend preview

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

The first derby weekend of the 2024/25 Premiership Rugby season is upon us. Bragging rights are on the line across five thrilling matches, starting with the battle of the north as Sale Sharks host...

Radwan returns for Newcastle Falcons Sale trip

1 month ago by Ultimate Rugby

Adam Radwan returns for Newcastle Falcons on Friday night when they make the Gallagher Premiership Derby Weekend trip to Sale Sharks. The winger comes in as one of four changes to the Falcons’ line-up,...