PREVIEW: Saracens v Richmond Today. Kick-off 1.30pm
By SAM HUNGERFORD
CHAMPIONS Saracens have already been given a stern examination in defence of their Premier 15s title and are readying for another test against fierce rivals Richmond. Alex Austerberry’s side came through a difficult opening day assignment, beating Bristol Bears 35-22 in a physical encounter that saw them repeatedly punished for infringements at the breakdown.
Saracens, who alongside Worcester will be breaking ground in becoming the first club to pay their players from this season, feel grappling with the Bears has s...