Will Saints reign again or new winners rise? - Prem Rugby club guide
BBC Sport commentators and reporters analyse how the 10 Prem Rugby clubs will fare ahead of the start of the 2026-27 season.
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A once-capped All Black and centre who joined Exeter Chiefs.
A South African number eight rugby player who signed with Bath.
Finn Russell is a Scottish rugby player who plays fly-half for the national team.
Henry Slade is a professional rugby player for Exeter Chiefs.
Louis Rees-Zammit is a Welsh rugby union player who plays as a wing.
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BBC Sport commentators and reporters analyse how the 10 Prem Rugby clubs will fare ahead of the start of the 2026-27 season.
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