Bath prepares for key final-day clash against Leicester in Prem Rugby
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:02 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Bath Rugby director Johann van Graan is gearing up for a significant matchup against Leicester on Saturday. This final-round game is crucial for securing a home semi-final spot in the Premiership playoffs. Bath, the reigning champions and currently in second place, face third-placed Leicester, while the other key matchup involves fourth-placed Exeter against fifth-placed Saracens. Van Graan emphasized the competitive nature of the league, highlighting how different it is compared to previous years. The result will hold weight not only for playoff positioning but could impact Bath's chase for back-to-back titles.
- •Bath faces Leicester in a crucial final-round Premiership match.
- •The winner secures a home semi-final position.
- •Bath aims for back-to-back titles after last year's success.
- •Van Graan stresses the significance of fan support at the Rec.
- •Exeter and Saracens also fight for playoff positioning.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Van Graan relishing final-day showdown
"Bath director of rugby Johann van Graan says the final round Prem Rugby match-ups show how the league is in a "great place".
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