Leicester Tigers are scheduled to begin their defence of the title on 10 September
Leicester begin the defence of their title with a trip to Sandy Park against Exeter Chiefs on Saturday, 10 September.London Irish host Worcester Warriors, while 2020-21 Premiership champions Harlequins travel to Newcastle Falcons.
Gloucester have also been given a home game in the opening round as Wasps travel to Kingsholm on Sunday, 11 September. Beaten finalists Saracens enjoy a bye-week with there being 13 teams in the Premiership again this season, with no team promoted from the Championship.Despite plans in place for the, Ealing Trailfinders - who topped the Championship - and second-placed Doncaster Knights were denied the chance to go up after the Rugby Football Union ruled the clubs had not met the minimum standards criteria for promotion, including suitable facilities.
For the second season running, no team will face relegation from the Premiership next summer with the prospect of relegation not returning until the 2023-24 campaign.Leicester Tigers lifted the Premiership title last season after a dominant campaignSale Sharks v Northampton SaintsNewcastle Falcons v Harlequins
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Cambridge v Norwich friendly to kick-off later due to heatThe club says it is 'vital that supporters take care of themselves to protect against the heat'.
Read more »
Dalot gives insight into Ten Hag plan for full-backs in new Man Utd 'dynamic'Football365 - Dalot moved ahead of Wan-Bissaka in the United pecking order last season and is hoping to kick on again at United.
Read more »
RuPaul's Drag Race celebrity spin-off confirms August return date and new format for season 2RuPaul's Drag Race celebrity spin-off confirms release date and new format for season 2
Read more »
Three Newcastle United defenders ruled out by injuryWith 19 days to go until the Premier League kicks off, there are three Newcastle United defenders currently ruled out by injury.
Read more »
Investigation launched after 'sudden death of man' in PortrushPolice remain at the scene on Bath Terrace
Read more »