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Prem Rugby play-offs set to move to neutral venue
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Prem Rugby play-offs set to move to neutral venue

BBC Sport · Jun 22, 2026, 6:00 AM

Key takeaways

  • Northampton's George Hendy (centre) celebrates one of his two tries in Saturday's Prem final
  • Rugby union Correspondent Published31 minutes ago The Prem Rugby play-offs are set be played at a neutral venue from the 2029-2030 season.
  • The current format, which sees the top two teams in the regular season table getting home advantage in the semi-finals, has been in place since 2005.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

Northampton's George Hendy (centre) celebrates one of his two tries in Saturday's Prem final

Rugby union Correspondent Published31 minutes ago The Prem Rugby play-offs are set be played at a neutral venue from the 2029-2030 season.

The current format, which sees the top two teams in the regular season table getting home advantage in the semi-finals, has been in place since 2005.

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