Tom Pearson has signed a new Northampton Saints contract after helping the club win two Gallagher PREM titles in three seasons.
Gloucester Rugby opened their Gallagher PREM season with an impressive 45-24 win over Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park.
Bath opened their Gallagher PREM season with a 33-17 win over Harlequins in front of a sold-out crowd at The Stoop.
Northampton Saints began their Gallagher PREM title defence with a 59-26 win over Newcastle Red Bulls at DPD Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens on Friday night.
The Gallagher PREM launches its 30th season with a full opening weekend, PREM30 celebrations and strong early Final ticket sales.
England hooker Gabriel Oghre has signed a new Bristol Bears contract after scoring 26 tries in 63 appearances for the club.
Bristol Bears summer signing Ethan Staddon faces a lengthy absence after suffering an ACL injury before the new PREM season.
As the United Rugby Championship returns, Iestyn-Rhys Thomas assesses the four Welsh regions, from key signings and players to watch to their hopes for the new season.
Dragons head into their URC opener against Benetton confident after strong pre-season wins, with Filo Tiatia targeting a top-eight push.
Tom Wood will miss Munster’s opening months after shoulder surgery, adding to their fly-half injury problems before the United Rugby Championship season.
Jamie Ritchie will miss Glasgow Warriors’ opening games but could return from ankle and Achilles injuries before the November break.
