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The dust has now settled on a bruising encounter at the Stonex Stadium last weekend after league-leaders Leicester Tigers traveled to face second-placed Saracens. The Leicester v Saracens rivalry is one that has seen numerous big clashes over the years, with last Saturday being no different. On this occasion, it was Saracens that came away […] READ MORE
The last time these sides faced each other, Saracens fans were left heartbroken as a controversial call led to a late penalty try for the host which clinched the match for them. This time though Saracens were able to get their revenge in what could be a Gallagher Premiership final dress rehearsal. Despite the Six […] READ MORE
As we fast approach the business end of the season, the big games keep coming. None more so than this weekend at Mattioli Woods Welford Road, where league leaders Leicester Tigers take on old rivals Gloucester, who for many are the surprise package this season. So as Gloucester’s resurgence continues, I look at why and […] READ MORE
To win a championship, you need depth. And there is no greater test of that than during the Six Nations period. Here we look at the new Gallagher Premiership stars who are shining, in the absence of the Premiership’s usual leading figures. Gallagher Premiership stars shining in the Six Nations Saracens – Theo McFarland Saries […] READ MORE
The Leicester Tigers moneyball approach has been credited with having a major part in their resurgence up the table. But what is it, and how does it help the Tigers? Recently it was revealed that Leicester Tigers have a new recruitment strategy, which follows the successful moneyball approach that was made famous by baseball team […] READ MORE
From afar, the Leicester Tigers’ recent form drop could be on one hand, a worry for their supporters or, it is nothing more than a blip on a very near to perfect 2021/22 Gallagher Premiership. Leicester Tigers had an unexpected Saturday off last week. Due to their last pool game in the Heineken Champions Cup […] READ MORE
We’ve treated ourselves to a festive week off, but due to popular demand (and the fact we have nothing better to do), we are back with the first ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod of 2018! There were two rounds played in our absence – including a rugby-classic at Kingsholm – as we hit the halfway […] READ MORE
The ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod returns for another week of rugby news, game analysis and ranting with Andy and Paddy. ‘In the Bin’ Rugby Pod – Season 1, Episode 2 The ‘In the Bin Rugby Pod’ is back this week to reflect on a fantastic start to the new Aviva Premiership season. With tries, bonus […] READ MORE
In our final ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod edition before Christmas, we have an early present for you (insert Christmas Carols here) with a fantastic roundup of all the Champions Cup matches! Big Story Roundup In the news this week, the Dragons continue to ensure their cupboards aren’t bare with the signing of Richard Hubbard. […] READ MORE
We edge ever closer to the play-offs in both the Aviva Premiership and Guinness Pro14, with only a handful of games left now. But don’t fear as ‘In the Bin’ rugby pod is focused to finish out the regular season in style. Paddy and Andy dissect the latest games and permutations for the season ending […] READ MORE
Two good friends with a long history of watching, talking and moaning about rugby. Never shy of an opinion, we occasionally fall out with each other during the Six Nations. Andy is a rugby fanatic who loves to talk. Paddy is a large & bearded man with a burning passion for rugby. Bitterly competitive and opinionated. Sore loser.