Henry Slade starred in Exeter's 32-12 victory over Saracens, securing a play-off spot for the Chiefs. The 33-year-old scored the try that started Exeter's second-half blitz and made a crucial try-saving tackle. Slade's form has him edging back toward the England fold after missing the Six Nations, with Exeter attack coach Dave Walder stating he'd have Slade in his England team.

Bath await Finn Russell's return from a calf injury for their semi-final against Exeter. The Scottish playmaker watched from the stands as Bath secured their home semi-final with a 24-22 win over Leicester. Meanwhile, Northampton became the first team to score 100 regular-season tries in the Premiership era, despite having the worst defensive record among the top six sides.

Tom Willis leaves Saracens for Bordeaux-Begles after being the standout back row in the Prem this season. The 27-year-old led the league in carries, offloads and defenders beaten. His move to France comes after spending the season on an England central contract worth more than £160,000. The Premiership final will feature a new 26kg trophy, the heaviest major trophy in British sport.