PREM Rugby Fixtures – Round 1: Every match, date, kick-off time & TV channel
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Round 1
The 2026/27 PREM Rugby season begins this weekend, with five matches across Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Reigning champions Northampton Saints host Newcastle Red Bulls on Friday night, while Harlequins face Bath at the same time.
Saturday’s action begins with Exeter Chiefs hosting Gloucester Rugby at 3.05pm, before Sale Sharks take on Bristol Bears at 5.30pm.
Leicester Tigers and Saracens close the opening round on Sunday.
All kick-off times are Irish and UK time.
Friday, 25 September
| Match | Kick-off | TV |
|---|---|---|
| Harlequins v Bath Rugby | 7.45pm | TNT Sports Extra / HBO Max |
| Northampton Saints v Newcastle Red Bulls | 7.45pm | TNT Sports 1 / HBO Max |
Saturday, 26 September
| Match | Kick-off | TV |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter Chiefs v Gloucester Rugby | 3.05pm | TNT Sports 1 / HBO Max |
| Sale Sharks v Bristol Bears | 5.30pm | TNT Sports 1 / HBO Max |
Sunday, 27 September
| Match | Kick-off | TV |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester Tigers v Saracens | 3pm | TNT Sports 1 / ITV1 / ITVX / HBO Max |
HBO Max coverage of PREM Rugby is available in the UK only. Viewers in Ireland can watch the games shown on TNT Sports.
