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Last updated: 31 May 2023

Marc Thomas 31 May 2023

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The Rugby Premiership semi-finals kick off on Saturday at 16:30 SAST
Team announcements are expected on Friday
Who will reach the final?

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Rugby Premiership Semi-Finals

On Saturday table-topping Saracens host Northampton in the first Rugby Premiership semi-final at 16:00 SAST. Saracens are looking for their second successive trip to the Premiership final after being promoted back into the competition.

Rugby Premiership Semi-Finals
Saracens vs Northampton
Sale Sharks vs Leicester Tigers

On Sunday the Sale Sharks host defending champions, Leicester Tigers. This is expected to be a cracking contest between two evenly matches sides. The fixture takes place at 16:00 SAST.

Saracens vs Northampton

Kick Off: Saturday, 13 May @ 16:00 SAST

Where: StoneX Stadium

Saracens go into his opening semi-final as huge favourites to beat Northampton. This past weekend Sarries were hammered by Bath, but they did rest almost the entire first team for this weekend.

Northampton on the other hand have been solid this season. They have surprised a few teams along the way, and winning at Saracens should not be put completely out of question.

Saracens vs Northampton Team News

Both sides should announce their squads on Friday.

Odds

Bet.co.za has the handicap set at 10 points for this clash. In the outright win market Saracens are heavy favourites at 1.20 while a Northampton upset is priced at 4.50.

Sale Sharks vs Leicester Tigers

Kick Off: Sunday, 14 May @ 16:00 SAST

Where: AJ Bell Stadium

It has been a while since Sale threatened the top sides in England, but they have been superb all season. They have been the only side to keep pace with the outstanding Saracens throughout.

On the other side, Leicester have been inconsistent this season but they are the defending champions. Last year they proved that they could produce the goods on the big occasion, and Sale will need to be wary of that on Sunday.

Sale Sharks vs Leicester Tigers

Teams will be announced on Friday.

Odds

The bookies agree that this should be a tight affair. Home ground advantage has edged it for Sale who are paying 1.61 to win while Leicester are priced at 2.35 with bet.co.za. The handicap is set at three points.