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.
It’s hard to look beyond reigning champions Bath as favourites to retain their crown but can challengers such as the Bristol Bears, Sale Sharks, and Saracens topple them?