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The captains of the six competing teams are pictured with the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Premiership Rugby 7s trophy ahead of the final.

The winners of club rugby's first silverware of the season will be decided on Friday - and the four teams taking part all have their eyes on glory.

Watch action and interviews from Pool B of the J.P. Asset Management Premiership Rugby 7s at Northampton where Newcastle and Leicester qualified for the final.

A selection of images showcasing the action as Newcastle Falcons won Pool B of the J.P. Morgan 7s Asset Management Premiership Rugby 7s Series at Northampton's Franklin Gardens.

By denying London Welsh promotion to the Premiership, the RFU have opened a huge can of worms that is likely to see the matter end up in court.

As another club season has drawn to a close, the signing of players has been prevalent! Newcastle have recruited intelligently with new signings...

Newcastle will remain in the top flight next season after the Rugby Football Union ruled that promotion-chasing London Welsh's ground did not meet Aviva Premiership requirements.

Saracens kept up the heat on league leaders Harlequins by recording five tries and a thumping win at Sale Sharks on Friday night.

A last-gasp penalty from Nick Evans spared Harlequins' blushes as they escaped from Kingston Park with a draw after a bruising encounter with Newcastle Falcons.

Aviva Premiership: Week 16 Review

Gloucester travel the short distance to the Rec for the West Country derby on Saturday as the Premiership enters its 15th week.

Aviva Premiership: Week 14 Review

The Aviva Premiership returns this weekend after a month's absence, with the battle for the play-offs and relegation set to continue.

Aviva Premiership: Week 11 Review

A busy Christmas schedule sees Bath travel to Franklins Gardens in search of some early festive cheer, whilst the top two square off at the Stoop with Quins heroes of the battle of Toulouse hosting champions Saracens.

Bath dominated Newcastle who relied on results elsewhere to maintain their Premiership status

Newcastle Falcons took a dramatic step towards ensuring another season in the Aviva Premiership by securing a losing bonus point against Bath

A last-gasp try from Chris Ashton moved Northampton Saints up to 3rd place in the Aviva Premiership at the expense of Newcastle Falcons on Friday night

Leeds took a massive step towards safety with a last minute victory over Newcastle Falcons on Saturday afternoon