Prem Rugby 2026-27: the essential club-by-club guide to the new season
The Guardian’s club‑by‑club preview of the 2026‑27 Premiership Rugby season assesses each side’s outlook. It notes Bath must validate recent investment, Newcastle lack a marquee signing, and Leicester hope Aaron Wainwright will justify his summer arrival at Welford Road. The guide also surveys Exeter Chiefs’ title ambitions, Harlequins’ consistency, and the impact of new overseas recruits on the competition.