Late Freddie Burns drop-goal sees Leicester celebrate 11th Premiership title
Leicester won their 11th Gallagher Premiership title after sinking Saracens 15-12 in a pulsating final at Twickenham.
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Last-minute Burns drop goal wins Premiership title for Leicester
LONDON: Replacement flyhalf Freddie Burns landed a last-minute drop goal to give Leicester their first English Premiership rugby title for nine years as they overcame a dogged Saracens 15-12 at Twickenham on Saturday (Jun 18).
Burns the hero as Leicester edge past Saracens to claim Premiership title
Leicester won their ninth Premiership rugby title after sinking Saracens 15-12 in a pulsating final at Twickenham.
Rugby evening headlines as Wales new boy caps memorable season by winning English title in dramatic Twickenham final
The latest rugby headlines on Saturday, June 18.
Premiership: Julian Montoya and Dan Kelly return for Leicester, Northampton make four changes
Steve Borthwick has named the Leicester Tigers matchday squad for Saturday’s Premiership semi-final against Northampton Saints at Welford Road with Julian Montoya returning to action for the first time in more than a month.
Saracens flanker Ben Earl crowned Premiership player of the season
Saracens flanker Ben Earl has been crowned Gallagher Premiership player of the season following his outstanding contribution to his club’s title challenge this season.
Saracens flanker Earl named Premiership Player of the Season
Saracens flanker Ben Earl has been named Premiership Player of the Season after steering his side to second place in the regular season following their promotion from the Championship, organisers said.
Champions Cup: Steve Borthwick delighted with Leicester’s work-rate in win over Clermont
Leicester Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick praised his side’s guts and determination after they clinched their first away win against Clermont Auvergne for 17 years.