Gallagher Premiership Rugby 2026
2026-01-01 08:00 - 2026-06-25 17:00 UTC | Allianz Stadium Twickenham, 200 Whitton Road Twickenham, London, TW2 7BA, United Kingdom
The Gallagher Premiership Rugby 2026 season showcases England’s elite club rugby teams competing in a full home-and-away league format, followed by playoffs for the top four. With intense rivalries, international stars, and high-stakes matches, it remains one of the most exciting domestic rugby competitions in the world.
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Gallagher Premiership Rugby 2026 – Season Schedule

Note: Exact match dates and kickoff times are released by Premiership Rugby closer to the season.

Gallagher Premiership Regular Season

Season Start: Early Autumn 2026

Format: Double round-robin (home & away)

Total Rounds: 18–20 rounds (depending on league structure)

Match Days:

Friday Night Rugby

Saturday Fixtures

Sunday Afternoon Matches

Gallagher Premiership Playoffs

Semi-Finals:

1st vs 4th

2nd vs 3rd

Venues: Home grounds of the top two teams

Gallagher Premiership Final

Gallagher Premiership Final 2026

Venue: Neutral venue (traditionally Twickenham Stadium)

Winner: Crowned Premiership Champions 2026

Gallagher Premiership Rugby 2025–26 Full Fixtures Schedule
December 2025 — Festive Block
Fri 19 Dec 2025

Leicester Tigers vs Gloucester Rugby — 19:45 Sky Sports

Sat 20 Dec 2025

Northampton Saints vs Sale Sharks — 15:00

Saracens vs Exeter Chiefs — 15:00

Harlequins vs Bristol Bears — 18:00 Sky Sports

Sun 21 Dec 2025

Newcastle Falcons vs Bath Rugby — 15:00 Sky Sports

Fri 26 Dec 2025

Sale Sharks vs Harlequins — 17:30 Sky Sports

Sat 27 Dec 2025

Bristol Bears vs Newcastle Falcons — 15:00

Gloucester Rugby vs Saracens — 15:05

Bath Rugby vs Northampton Saints — 17:30

Sun 28 Dec 2025

Exeter Chiefs vs Leicester Tigers — 15:00

📅 January 2026 — Round of Fixtures
Fri 2 Jan 2026

Bristol Bears vs Sale Sharks — 19:45

Newcastle Falcons vs Gloucester Rugby — 19:45

Sat 3 Jan 2026

Bath Rugby vs Exeter Chiefs — 15:05

Northampton Saints vs Harlequins — 17:30

Sun 4 Jan 2026

Leicester Tigers vs Saracens — 15:00

Fri 23 Jan 2026

Gloucester Rugby vs Bath Rugby — 19:45

Sat 24 Jan 2026

Exeter Chiefs vs Bristol Bears — 15:00

Saracens vs Newcastle Falcons — 15:00

Harlequins vs Leicester Tigers — 15:05

Sale Sharks vs Northampton Saints — 17:30

📅 March 2026
Sat 21 Mar 2026

Bath Rugby vs Saracens

Exeter Chiefs vs Sale Sharks

Harlequins vs Gloucester Rugby

Leicester Tigers vs Bristol Bears

Northampton Saints vs Newcastle Falcons Superbru

Sat 28 Mar 2026 — Special venues

Gloucester Rugby vs Leicester Tigers — Villa Park

Bristol Bears vs Harlequins — Principality Stadium

Saracens vs Northampton Saints — Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Newcastle Falcons vs Exeter Chiefs

Sale Sharks vs Bath Rugby Bet365 News+1

📅 April 2026
Sat 18 Apr 2026

Bath Rugby vs Harlequins

Bristol Bears vs Gloucester Rugby

Exeter Chiefs vs Northampton Saints

Leicester Tigers vs Newcastle Falcons

Sale Sharks vs Saracens Superbru

Sat 25 Apr 2026

Gloucester Rugby vs Exeter Chiefs

Harlequins vs Sale Sharks

Newcastle Falcons vs Bristol Bears

Northampton Saints vs Bath Rugby

Saracens vs Leicester Tigers Superbru

📅 May 2026
Sat 9 May 2026

Bristol Bears vs Saracens

Exeter Chiefs vs Bath Rugby

Gloucester Rugby vs Sale Sharks

Leicester Tigers vs Northampton Saints

Newcastle Falcons vs Harlequins Superbru

Sat 16 May 2026

Bath Rugby vs Newcastle Falcons

Harlequins vs Exeter Chiefs

Northampton Saints vs Bristol Bears

Sale Sharks vs Leicester Tigers

Saracens vs Gloucester Rugby Superbru

Sat 30 May 2026

Bristol Bears vs Bath Rugby

Leicester Tigers vs Exeter Chiefs

Newcastle Falcons vs Sale Sharks

Northampton Saints vs Gloucester Rugby

Saracens vs Harlequins Superbru

📅 June 2026 — Final Round & Play‑offs
Sat 6 Jun 2026 — Final Regular Round

Bath Rugby vs Leicester Tigers

Exeter Chiefs vs Saracens

Gloucester Rugby vs Newcastle Falcons

Harlequins vs Northampton Saints

Sale Sharks vs Bristol Bears Sky Sports+1

Sat 12–13 Jun 2026 — Play‑offs

Semi‑Final 1: 1st place vs 4th place

Semi‑Final 2: 2nd place vs 3rd place Bet365 News

Sat 20 Jun 2026 — Grand Final

Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 at Allianz Stadium (Twickenham) — 15:00 BST

Reds v Force
2026-12-04 19:30 - 22:30 | Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, 40 Castlemaine Street, Milton, Brisbane, Queensland, 4064, Australia
An all-Australian encounter takes place in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season as the Queensland Reds host the Western Force at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, on Saturday, 4 April. With valuable competition points and national pride at stake, this matchup promises a fiercely contested battle.
The Reds will look to make home advantage count at Suncorp Stadium, where their fast-paced, attacking style often thrives. Known for athletic forwards, strong breakdown presence, and creative backline play, the Brisbane-based side will aim to control possession and stretch the Force’s defense with tempo and width.
The Western Force arrive in Brisbane determined to challenge away from home. Renowned for their physicality, structured approach, and resilient defense, the Perth-based outfit will look to disrupt the Reds’ rhythm through set-piece pressure, disciplined tackling, and smart territorial kicking.

Reds v Waratahs
2026-12-14 19:30 - 22:30 | Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, 40 Castlemaine Street, Milton, Brisbane, Queensland, 4064, Australia
One of Australian rugby’s classic rivalries takes center stage in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season as the Queensland Reds host the NSW Waratahs at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, on Saturday, 14 March. With pride, momentum, and crucial competition points on the line, this derby promises passion and intensity.
The Reds will look to make home advantage count at Suncorp Stadium, where their high-tempo, attacking style often flourishes. Known for athletic forwards, strong breakdown presence, and creative backline play, the Brisbane-based side will aim to control possession and stretch the Waratahs’ defense with pace and precision.
The Waratahs arrive in Brisbane determined to spoil the party. Renowned for their physicality, structured approach, and growing attacking confidence, the Sydney-based outfit will look to impose themselves through set-piece strength, disciplined defense, and smart territorial kicking.

Highlanders v Hurricanes
2026-12-20 17:00 - 20:30 | Forsyth Barr Stadium, 130 Anzac Avenue, Central Dunedin, Dunedin, 9058, New Zealand
The 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season delivers a compelling all–New Zealand clash as the Highlanders host the Hurricanes at Forsyth Barr Stadium Dunedin, on Friday, 20 March. With both sides chasing momentum as the competition intensifies, this southern showdown promises speed, physicality, and high-quality rugby under the roof.
The Highlanders will take confidence from playing at home, where their physical defense, relentless work rate, and commitment at the breakdown are well suited to the fast, controlled conditions of Forsyth Barr Stadium. The Dunedin-based side will aim to dominate the contact area and build pressure through disciplined forward play.
The Hurricanes arrive in the south known for their attacking flair and tempo-driven style. Featuring quick recycling at the breakdown, sharp ball movement, and creative backline play, the Wellington outfit will look to stretch the Highlanders’ defense and exploit space across the park.

Brumbies v Waratahs
2026-12-27 19:30 - 22:30 | GIO Stadium, Canberra, Battye Street, Bruce ACT 2617, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2617, Australia
A fierce Australian rivalry takes center stage as the Brumbies host the NSW Waratahs at GIO Stadium, Canberra, on Friday, 27 March, in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season. With pride, momentum, and vital competition points on the line, this derby promises intensity and physical rugby under the Friday night lights.
The Brumbies will look to make home advantage count in the nation’s capital. Renowned for their structured, disciplined style, powerful rolling maul, and organized defense, the Canberra-based side aim to control territory and tempo. Playing at GIO Stadium, they will seek to apply sustained pressure through their forward pack and tactical kicking game.
The Waratahs arrive in Canberra eager to challenge their long-standing rivals. Known for their physicality, set-piece strength, and growing attacking confidence, the Sydney-based outfit will look to disrupt the Brumbies’ rhythm and inject pace into the contest through quick ball and direct running.

Chiefs v Crusaders
2026-12-28 17:00 - 20:30 | FMS Stadium Waikato, 128 Seddon Road, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato, 3204, New Zealand
A classic New Zealand rivalry takes center stage in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season as the Chiefs host the Crusaders at FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton, on Saturday, 28 February. When two of the competition’s most successful and battle-hardened teams meet, intensity and quality are guaranteed.
The Chiefs will be determined to defend their home ground, where their high-tempo, physical style of rugby often flourishes. Known for a powerful forward pack, explosive loose forwards, and a dynamic backline, the Hamilton-based side will look to play with speed and aggression, using home support to apply early pressure.
The Crusaders arrive in Hamilton with their trademark composure and championship pedigree. Renowned for clinical execution, set-piece accuracy, Super Rugby Pacific and strong game management, the Christchurch outfit are well versed in handling hostile environments. Their ability to stay disciplined and capitalize on scoring opportunities makes them a constant threat.

Brumbies v Blues
2026-12-28 19:30 - 22:30 | GIO Stadium, Canberra, Battye Street, Bruce ACT 2617, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2617, Australia
A high-quality trans-Tasman contest awaits as the Brumbies host the Blues at GIO Stadium, Canberra, on Saturday, 28 February, in the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season. With both teams known for their discipline, physicality, and attacking threats, this fixture promises a fiercely contested battle in the nation’s capital.
The Brumbies will look to make the most of home advantage at GIO Stadium, where their structured, set-piece-focused style has delivered consistent success. Renowned for their powerful rolling maul, accurate kicking game, and strong defensive organization, the Canberra-based side will aim to control territory and tempo from the outset.
The Blues arrive in Canberra as one of New Zealand’s most dynamic teams. Boasting explosive forwards, quick ball at the breakdown, Super Rugby Pacific and creative backs, the Auckland outfit thrive on momentum and physical dominance. Their ability to turn pressure into points makes them a dangerous opponent, even away from home.
