Saracens outmuscle Exeter Chiefs
Saracens ended the Exeter Chiefs’ seven-match unbeaten run with a 40-17 victory, while there were also wins for Bath, the Worcester Warriors, Leicester Tigers and Wasps on Sunday.
Revealed: How Owen Farrell defended high tackle
Owen Farrell explained that he misjudged Charlie Atkinson’s change of direction when committing a dangerous tackle, the ten-page written judgement regarding his five-match ban has revealed.
De Jager could return for Premiership playoffs
Sale Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond has revealed that Lood de Jager could avoid another surgery despite bending the pins in his shoulder.
Watch: Haskell’s view on Farrell tackle
Former England flank James Haskell has shared his opinion on Owen Farrell’s recent dangerous tackle and subsequent red card, as well as the outrage that has come along with it.
Dan du Preez makes statement in Sale Sharks win
The Sale Sharks beat Saracens 24-17 in an exciting clash, while there were also wins for the Exeter Chiefs, Bristol Bears, Wasps, Bath and Harlequins in round 19 of the English Premiership played on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Watch: Lam’s plea for foul-play judiciary consistency
Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam has voiced his frustration at messages of inconsistency in rugby’s judicial system, following the three-match suspension of Siale Piutau for punching – claiming the team’s captain only acted in self-defence.
Rugby’s judiciary needs an overhaul
The process followed in Owen Farrell’s five-match suspension is another demonstration that rugby’s judiciary is in dire need of an overhaul, writes DYLAN JACK.
Why Farrell’s ban was halved
Testimonials provided by Saracens boss Mark McCall, England coach Eddie Jones and the founders of a charity factored into Owen Farrell’s ban being reduced from 10 to five matches.
Slap on the wrist for Farrell
Owen Farrell has received just a five-match suspension for a dangerous tackle in this past Saturday’s clash between Saracens and Wasps.
Esterhuizen set for Harlequins debut
Springbok centre Andre Esterhuizen is set to make his long-awaited debut for Harlequins off the bench against London Irish on Wednesday.
