Tigers maul table-topping Saints
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Leicester Tigers booked a Premiership semifinal date at The Rec against bath, with a 22-14 victory over Northampton Saints that was built on pack power.
Leicester welcomed their Premiership rivals to Welford Road in control of their own fate, knowing victory would extend their campaign beyond the regular season for the 11th straight year.
Jordan Crane grabbed the only try of the first half but three James Wilson penalties sent Saints - already guaranteed top spot in the league - into half-time with a narrow lead.
However, the Leicester scrum - and front row in particular - took con…
Leicester welcomed their Premiership rivals to Welford Road in control of their own fate, knowing victory would extend their campaign beyond the regular season for the 11th straight year.
Jordan Crane grabbed the only try of the first half but three James Wilson penalties sent Saints - already guaranteed top spot in the league - into half-time with a narrow lead.
However, the Leicester scrum - and front row in particular - took con…
