In a significant Premiership rugby match, Northampton Saints secured a decisive 40-17 victory over Leicester Tigers. This match, held at Franklin's Gardens, saw Northampton not only prevent Leicester from securing a third consecutive win at this venue but also allowed them to maintain their position at the top of the league standings. The game was notable as Leicester played with 14 men, and the victory for Northampton equaled the record for their largest league win over their local rivals, the Tigers.
Premiership: Northampton 40-17 Leicester - Saints equal record for league win over Tigers https://t.co/qo8AxQbQlr
😇 EAST MIDLANDS DERBY 🐯 Northampton storm to victory today. It's their tenth home win against the Tigers since 2000. They prevented Leicester from going three in a row at Franklin's Gardens. https://t.co/ti3EH9OBkn
Premiership: Northampton 40-17 Leicester - Saints equal record for league win over local rivals Tigers https://t.co/20XpkExA47
Northampton tighten grip on top spot with thumping defeat of Leicester https://t.co/omBOM22qEj
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