Predictions for Today

[RBB]

Glaws to pull off a shock at The EAs, our former number ten to orchestrate a shock victory.
Chiefs to win a close one, however they will need to neutralise Reinach.
Glasgow to win, home city advantage and I just have a feeling.

[Rossm]

I have a bit of a bad feeling about the match at Allianz Park. I expect Danny to be taken out of the game - either legally or illegally. Nonetheless - Come on Glaws.

Chiefs to smother Saints and grind out a boring game at Sandy Park. A shame.

I would so like to see a Saints/Glaws final. More in hope than expectation.

[NellyWellyWaspy]

I expect Danny to be taken out of the game - either legally or illegally.

I guess 'he can do no wrong' Itoje would be the one to do that.

[Neils]

EAs and Chiefs to win. Former 10 to break leg and stop all clamouring for Jones to pick him.

[Brandnewtorugby]

Me and my lad have tickets for next week again, would love to see Cipps there again. Suspect it will be Sarries v Cheifs again though. It is strange how competitive the league is, yet predictable the top two are.

[BG]

Former 10 to break leg and stop all clamouring for Jones to pick him.

Err?

[Neils]

Er yes. Maybe a bit strong. Just don't like him much.

[JonnyD]

I really hope Glaws can pull something off here but I do suspect Cips will be targeted by the likes of George and Itoje who’ll be protesting their mate Owen is the best 10 in the country and Cips shouldn’t be getting carried away with all his awards.

Hoping the likes of Mostert will have his back.

Think Exeter will return to pick and gos all game with occasional flashes of class from Slade

[BG]

I think Saints have a chance against Exeter. Biggar and Reinach have been outstanding for them this season and the warmer weather and firmer track probably suits Saints more. I'm not sure Saints have the pack to compete against Exeter for the whole 80 mins though.

How well Sarries do will depend on whether Sir picks the Sarries backline up for being offside. That being said the Glos pack is capable of holding their own against Sarries. My feeling is that the Sarries backrow will boss the breakdown though.

I'm hoping it will be 2 good games and a good advert for the English premiership.

[Rossm]

I expect Danny to be taken out of the game - either legally or illegally.

I guess 'he can do no wrong' Itoje would be the one to do that.

Wouldn't be at all surprised. Maybe Farrell himself otherwise.

[Westy68]

Looks like game over by halftime, Cips showing why EJ doesn’t pick him.

Sarries are so far ahead of anyone it’s now really spoiling the games, especially as Sarries have cheated to get there.

I really don’t understand why the other teams didn’t press the wage cap allegation 3 seasons ago. Now the other teams are paying the price and have allowed Sarries to continue to cheat.

Rugby premiership is starting to become a very poor product. Real shame but no one else to blame but the other teams

[JonnyD]

I don’t think Cips played badly and I also don’t think Farrell played well or looked like a world class player. Just Sarries doing what they do and smashing the breakdown and being pests in defence. Glaws just couldn’t match them

[mike909]

I don’t think Cips played badly and I also don’t think Farrell played well or looked like a world class player. Just Sarries doing what they do and smashing the breakdown and being pests in defence. Glaws just couldn’t match them

Fair summary - its as if some commentators would expect swapping FH between the two teams would have made a material difference. As it was, it was the as usual, the breakdown and a very well rehearsed kick chase that provided the advantage

[RBB]

So my triple has gone up in smoke already, the EAs ruthless, Glaws were always chasing it once they were behind, very similar to last season's semi....I agree with earlier comments, the lack of action around The EAs earlier indiscretions and the current situation are ruining the GPL. The lack of action taken previously means the foundations they had back then, have created an unfair playing field. So....we need Chiefs to win and roll right over them in the final.

[JonnyD]

Back to cheering for Exeter I suppose.

Think Saints have a chance today but think Exeter would stand a better chance against Sarries in the final.
Kick chase vs pick and go, might not be the best advert for English rugby.
Would rather watch a 3rd 4th play off between Glaws and Saints