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Moments that summed up a bizarre first weekend of European rugby on Premier Sports
There was plenty to like about the broadcaster’s coverage but there were also a couple of moments they would love to take back
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Ollie Lawrence looks a future Lion after starring for Bath against Gloucester
Outside centre’s direct running inspires victory for visitors and boosts his case for inclusion in next year’s Lions squad
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Harry Randall outshines England rival Ben Spencer as Bristol stun Bath
Bears beat West Country rivals as scrum-half impresses to lay down a marker for possible international starting spot
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‘They weren’t just a big bag of ogres’: Remembering when Bath and Wigan met in ‘Clash of Codes’
Next month’s ‘745’ cross-code game in tribute to Rob Burrow, Ed Slater and Doddie Weir brings back memories of Bath v Wigan in 1996
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Bath open campaign with statement victory over depleted Northampton
Johann van Graan’s side avenge Premiership final defeat with convincing victory over champions
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Your Premiership fantasy rugby cheat sheet for 2024-25
Backs offer great opportunity to find value for money while back-rowers can pick up points on both sides of the ball
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Premiership season predictions: Why Northampton will not retain the title
Bath to lift the trophy? George Ford for player of the campaign? Here are our experts’ predictions for the season
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The Premiership’s best signings ranked
Ahead of the new season starting on Friday, Telegraph Sport looks at which clubs have done the most astute business
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From screaming Sharks fins to Quins’ hangover hazard... Premiership kit rankings for 2024-25 season
The 10 top-flight clubs have had varying levels of success in their sartorial choices for the new campaign
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Nine wishes for the rugby season – and why Leinster need another heartbreak
From a new title-winner to banning Sweet Caroline, here are some quick wins for the 2024-25 campaign
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Jonny Hill summoned by police over altercation with Bath fan
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson believes player will escape charges but he could still face RFU disciplinary hearing
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Premiership salary cap special report, part one: Your club’s spending strategy revealed
We look at spending and squad-building strategies across the Premiership before the new season begins later this month
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James Dun’s rise at Bristol tinged with tragedy: I keep my dad’s name with me on match days
Bristol’s premier ‘tighthead lock’ on dealing with the loss of his father, toughening up in the second-tier and Bakkies Botha
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What every Premiership club needs to nail ahead of the new season
As preparations for what should be another gripping campaign get underway, we take a look at the priorities each club needs to address
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Jack Rowell, rugby coach who led Bath to domestic supremacy and England to the grand slam – obituary
A formidable presence, he set stringently high standards but inspired loyalty and admiration
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Special report: How a rugby transfer really works
With the Premiership salary cap about to rise, agents and clubs are already working towards moves for the summer of 2025
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Bruce Craig interview: I don’t know how many millions I have put into Bath, but it’s worth it
Exclusive: Entrepreneur and 100 per cent owner of Bath says this last season was his favourite yet – but he and the club are far from done
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Where Sam Underhill ranks in the list of most destructive tacklers of all time
The likes of Lima and Collins became fan favourites for their scything hits. Here, we list the top 10 big-hit tacklers in the pro era
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Let’s salute Northampton winning for all the right reasons
Saints won their first Premiership in 10 years with victory over Bath – over the season it was a title won in the right, entertaining manner
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Telltale signs Bath are at start of glorious journey despite Premiership final defeat
Mental strength, a strong support network around the club and faith in the process will help Bath, once again, challenge for biggest honours
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Watch: Beno Obano sent off in Premiership final – was it the right decision?
Conversation between referee Christophe Ridley and TMO Tom Foley showed clear-headed team work from the officials
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Sam Underhill embodied the bristling defiance of Bath – his tackles were shuddering
England flanker’s ferocious performance for Bath in defeat against Northampton Saints was a reminder of his enduring class
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