Rugby News, Analysis, History, Schedule, Rumours
The ongoing 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership preseason has heated up, and not just due to a long summer. The Barbarians FC became a ‘player’ last weekend when they pushed the Northampton Saints hard at Franklin’s Gardens. In a type of festival game atmosphere, spectators will have enjoyed the 12-48 win to the Baabaas, though Saints ‘dye […] READ MORE
Following the sad demise of Premiership side Worcester Warriors, flyhalf Fin Smith has just recently signed a new deal with top-flight rivals Northampton Saints. He has also reportedly held talks with Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend this week, as the 20-year-old is yet to choose his international allegiance. With questions marks currently surrounding the number […] READ MORE
New Faces in the Gallagher Premiership With less than a month to go until the new season kicks off, it’s time to start looking ahead for what may be in store. This article will introduce some of the new faces in the Gallagher Premiership. Who will be the next import to the English top tier […] READ MORE
Gloucester Rugby played hosts to Northampton Saints on Saturday afternoon at Kingsholm with both sides hoping to bounce back from losses in the previous weekend of Gallagher Premiership fixtures. A win for Gloucester would boost their hopes of a top-four finish, while Saints themselves were hoping for a win that would keep them in what […] READ MORE
For the London Irish, their St Patrick’s Day rugby celebrations are fast approaching. It is a very exciting day that the club celebrates annually, and after a pandemic induced hiatus, 2022 is going to be one year to remember. Here is a look at the proposed plans for upcoming celebrations that include the club’s promotions, […] 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 the heart of the country and strong Rugby territory sits Franklin’s Gardens. A very traditional stadium hosting a traditional rugby club: the Northampton Saints. Last Word on Rugby’s Premiership Grounds focus continues, following on our popular profiles of Sixways, Kingsholm and The Rec grounds. Embed from Getty Images The history of Franklin’s Gardens The home […] READ MORE
With just two more Gallagher Premiership rounds to be played before International Rugby begins, English rugby fans couldn’t be happier with such a full calendar. It happens in the Northern Hemisphere autumn though, last year was so badly interrupted that the pandemic interrupted so much of the calendar, 2021 is gratefully welcomed by stakeholders, players, […] READ MORE
Last Word on Rugby is refocusing attention on the Gallagher Premiership ahead of the 2021/22 season. This article centers on Northampton Saints, who finished fifth last season but will be looking for a closer top-four challenge this time. Saints biggest departure in offseason Props Francois van Wyk and Owen Franks have departed, which could impact […] READ MORE
Northampton Saints have made a new signing at number 8 in the form of South African prospect Juarno Augustus. The 23-year-old joins from Western Province and the Stormers whom he has represented since 2017. Size and strength in the forwards has long been an Achilles heel of this Northampton pack. Many will feel this signing […] READ MORE
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