South Africa hooker Joseph Dweba has spoken candidly about the challenges of moving overseas after joining Exeter Chiefs from the Stormers at the start of the Premiership season.
Northampton Saints secured a hard-fought 32-26 victory over local rivals Leicester Tigers in a pulsating Gallagher Premiership derby that had intensity, drama, and plenty of momentum swings.
Bristol Bears produced one of their most resilient performances of the season to defeat Exeter Chiefs 18-14 in a fierce Gallagher Prem derby at Ashton Gate.
Tom Roebuck delivered a clinical performance with a hat-trick as Sale Sharks ran in nine tries to overwhelm bottom-placed Newcastle Red Bulls in a dominant 57-5 win at the CorpAcq Stadium.
Tommy Freeman will make his 100th appearance for Northampton Saints when they host Leicester Tigers in the East Midlands Derby at cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens on Saturday.
Saracens flanker Nathan Michelow has been suspended for four matches after receiving the Premiership’s first-ever 20-minute red card in the win against Newcastle.
Saracens delivered a statement performance at StoneX, overwhelming Bristol Bears 50–17 in a Premiership clash marked by relentless attacking and Owen Farrell’s accuracy from the tee.
Interview: The Leicester winger still harbours ambitions to play for England and while he recognises the sheer strength in depth in his position, last season's joint-top try scorer is just concentrating on his own job.
Newcastle Red Bulls have terminated Steve Diamond’s role as Director of Rugby, just one match into the new Premiership season while Scotland boss Gregor Townsend joins in advisory role.