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Ellis Genge – England’s misunderstood potential captain

June 18, 2021

As the most experienced player in the England camp, Ellis Genge discusses the possibility of being England captain, perceptions about him and heading into…

Why Leicester Tigers aren’t in a reflective mood just yet

June 11, 2021

It has been a campaign full of positives for Steve Borthwick’s side and whilst confirming Champions Cup rugby would round off an encouraging season,…

Tempers boil over as Bristol Bears edge past Leicester Tigers

June 5, 2021

Joe Harvey was at Mattioli Woods Welford Road on Saturday afternoon as Bristol Bears beat Leicester Tigers in controversial fashion to secure a home…

Leicester on course for Champions Cup rugby ahead of ‘chess match’ encounter with Bristol Bears

June 2, 2021

Fans will be back at Mattioli Woods Welford Road for the first time in 15 months on Saturday as Leicester Tigers prepare to challenge…

Tim Stimpson Interview: We love the intensity of rugby but we don’t want it to come at a price

May 26, 2021

The former Leicester Tiger is part of the lobby group, Progressive Rugby, and is keen to see the research around reducing concussions move further…

Alex Lozowski: “It means a lot to try to give back to the fans”

May 21, 2021

Ahead of the Challenge Cup final at Twickenham, Alex Lozowski speaks about his time in France so far, his biggest learnings and why coming…

Can the Tigers win silverware in London just like the Foxes? – “That’s the plan!”

May 19, 2021

Leicester has become more well-known for the football club’s success in recent years, but now Matt Scott and the Tigers have the chance to…

Tom Varndell Exclusive: “It is going to be a proper battle”

April 30, 2021

Ahead of Leicester Tigers’ Challenge Cup semi-final against Ulster on Friday night, TRU’s Joe Harvey spoke to former Leicester wing, Tom Varndell, about the…

Second half resurgence sees Leicester Tigers reach Challenge Cup final

April 30, 2021

An inspired display from George Ford helped Leicester Tigers come from behind to beat Ulster 33-24 as they secured their place in the Challenge…

Leicester Tigers are rolling back the years and another European success story is waiting to be written

April 9, 2021

Charlie Clare and Johnny McPhillips are playing their part in Leicester’s rejuvenation under Steve Borthwick and the Tigers now have a European semi-final on…