Burns stars in Tigers success
1 decade ago by Sky Sports RugbyFreddie Burns was the stand-out performer as Leicester Tigers came from behind to beat Exeter Chiefs 24-20 in an enthralling Aviva Premiership clash at Sandy Park on Saturday afternoon.
Leicester Tigers scrum Ben Youngs thriving on responsibility of captaincy and fatherhood
1 decade ago by The TelegraphThe burden of extra responsibility seems to be sitting comfortably on the shoulders of Ben Youngs this season. Not only has the Leicester Tigers scrum-half become a father for the first time...
Leicester Tigers: Battles for places has kept us on our toes,...
1 decade ago by Leicester MercuryEvery man in the Leicester Tigers squad has to be on his mettle this season. That was evident in the 36-17 win over Newcastle Falcons last week as director of rugby Richard Cockerill was able to send...
Leicester Tigers team to face Exeter Chiefs: Mathew Tait, Geoff...
1 decade ago by Leicester MercuryLeicester Tigers welcome back Mathew Tait, Geoff Parling and Anthony Allen for tomorrow's trip to Exeter Chiefs in the Aviva Premiership. The England trio all make a first appearance of the season, while...
Leicester Tigers; Fraser takes his chance with Cole out injured
1 decade ago by Leicester MercuryLeicester Tigers' prop Fraser Balmain is well aware of the opportunity that he has as the new season clicks into gear. With Dan Cole still working his way back to full fitness after a neck injury, the...
Burns ready to fight for Tigers spot
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsEngland international Freddie Burns says he is relishing the battle with Owen Williams to keep the number 10 shirt at Leicester Tigers. Fly-half Burns kicked 16 points on his competitive debut...
Aviva Premiership Round 1: 5 things we learned
1 decade ago by The Rugby Blog1. Lucky number 11When was the last time we saw three hat-tricks in one weekend of the Premiership? I’m not sure the internet has those sort of stats without hours of research, but it must be some...
Ford welcomes England competition
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsBath fly-half George Ford says competing for the England number 10 shirt will make him a better player. After missing the tour of New Zealand to have shoulder surgery, Ford made two tries and...
Aviva Premiership talking points: round one
1 decade ago by RFU News FeedIn the build-up to Rugby World Cup 2015, this Aviva Premiership campaign is set to be an extremely intriguing one. Indeed, the competition kicked off this weekend and produced some enthralling encounters. ...
Leicester Tigers 36 Newcastle 17: I've fallen back in love with...
1 decade ago by Leicester MercuryThere was no indication of 'first night nerves' for Freddie Burns as he took his competitive bow for Leicester Tigers in the Aviva Premiership on Saturday. The fly-half thoroughly deserved the ovation...
