Leicester Dominates Northampton in Record-Breaking Derby Victory
Leicester showcased an impressive performance as they achieved a record win against Northampton in a thrilling East Midlands derby. The match, held at a sold-out Mattioli Woods Welford Road, saw hooker Jamie Blamire score two tries, contributing significantly to the Tigers' triumph. This victory marked Leicester's largest win over Northampton, handing the league leaders their first defeat of 2026 and only their second loss of the season. The Tigers' offensive display featured tries from: George Martin Ollie Hassell-Collins Adam Radwan Freddie Steward With this win, Leicester moved to just one point behind second-placed Bath, intensifying the competition for a top-two finish in the league. On the other side, Northampton's Tommy Freeman scored twice, setting a new record as the club's all-time leading try scorer in the Premiership with a total of 52 tries, complemented by a touchdown from George Hendy.
Source: BBC Sport - 2026-05-09