Rugby union: talking points from the weekend’s Premiership action
1 decade ago by The GuardianLondon Irish can bounce back from relegation and Dylan Hartley’s absence from Northampton’s line-up may be a worry for EnglandWhat a difference a week off makes. Exeter were refreshed after Wasps eliminated...
McCall: Experience paid off for Saracens
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumMcCall: Experience paid off for Saracens
Leicester’s Mathew Tait ‘under no illusions’ over threat from Saracens
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Tigers defeat Worcester to reach Premiership play-offs• They must beat Saracens on bogey ground to reach finalLeicester booked their customary place at the Premiership play-off table but, if they...
Saracens grind win against Newcastle with Jackson Wray at the double
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Saracens 23-14 NewcastleMore often than not – nine times out of 13 so far – the team who finish top of the table do not go on to become champions. Saracens are not afraid of that little quirk of...
London Irish’s grip on the Premiership grows ever more precarious | Paul Rees
1 decade ago by The GuardianDefeat on Sunday against Harlequins would, barring a near-miracle, end the top-flight tenure of one of the Premiership’s proudest clubsUntil a few years ago London Irish’s jersey discreetly contained...
Namibian warrior Jacques Burger announces he will play his final game of rugby
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpNamibian and Saracens legend Jacques Burger has announced that it's time to hang up his well worn boots, playing his final game this coming Sunday. Burger, now 32-years-old, has played in three World...
Saracens v Newcastle (Sun)
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsTeam news as Saracens host Newcastle in Sunday's Premiership fixture at the Allianz Park (15:15 BST).
Johnny O'Connor: Match officials need to punish wild tackles
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentI was sickened watching Owen Farrell leave the field with just a yellow card in Saracens' Champions Cup semi-final win over Wasps last weekend.
Saracens legend Jacques Burger to retire
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumSaracens legend Jacques Burger to retire
Namibian flanker Burger to retire
1 decade ago by TheRoar.com.auNamibia and Saracens back-rower Jacques Burger has decided to call time on his illustrious rugby career to return to his homeland to become a farmer. Burger will play his final game against Newcastle Falcons...
