Northampton Saints have announced that lock Alex Coles has signed a contract extension, keeping the England international tied to the club beyond the current season.
Bath Rugby produced a commanding second-half display to defeat Bristol Bears 40–15 at the Rec, sealing a bonus-point win and reaffirming their title credentials.
Exeter Chiefs came out with a clinical performance as they defeated Gloucester 39-12 in the latest round of the Gallagher Prem at Sandy Park on Saturday.
Last time out, Bath suffered their first defeat of the Gallagher Prem season but forward Josh Bayliss and Head of Rugby Johann Van Graan are focused on a reaction against local rivals Bristol Bears.
Exeter Chiefs delivered a commanding display at Sandy Park, dismantling Harlequins 38–0 in a match that showcased ruthless finishing and rock-solid defence.
Saracens produced a blistering display at StoneX Stadium to dismantle Sale Sharks 65–14, powered by Noah Caluori’s extraordinary five-try performance and a dominant second-half surge.
Northampton Saints delivered a composed and clinical performance to defeat Newcastle Red Bulls 36–19 at Kingston Park in a Premiership clash that saw both drama and quality on display.
Gloucester and Bristol Bears produced a thrilling encounter at Kingsholm, with the visitors eventually coming out on top 49–34 in a high-scoring Prem clash.
Bath Rugby have confirmed that Springbok prop Thomas du Toit will leave the club at the end of the season to return to South Africa and rejoin the Sharks in Durban.
England fly-half George Ford has rejected a lucrative offer from the breakaway R360 competition to prioritise his international ambitions with England.
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the arrival of Wallabies internationals Len Ikitau and Tom Hooper at Sandy Park, providing a significant mid-season boost to their squad.