The teams make their way onto the pitch

Northampton have selected a strong side for the season opener with North Burrell and the Pisi brother in the backline. Gloucester have a number of internationals lining out also with James Hook making his debut for the club at outhalf.

Good evening and welcome to the Ultimate Rugby's coverage of the opening round of the Aviva Premiership, the Saints welcome Gloucester to Franklin's Gardens. Northampton will look to start their defence of the Premiership with a win over a strong Gloucester side who have five debutants in their line up. Northampton finished the season strong last season with five straight victories. Gloucester finished just below the Saints in the table and will hope to go one better this year.

Let's stick it up Gloucester. Start as you mean to go on laddies!