Bristol moved top of the Gallagher Premiership in bonus-point fashion as they defeated west country rivals Bath 36-26 at the Recreation Ground.
Bath's impressive start to the Gallagher Premiership season continued with a hard-earned 20-15 victory over Leicester in an error-ridden game.
Michael Cheika's reign as Leicester head coach began in dramatic winning fashion as the Tigers claimed a 17-14 Gallagher Premiership victory at Sandy Park.
Rugby league convert Regan Grace has been named to make his union debut for Wales against Queensland Reds.
Steve Borthwick has led tributes to former England and Bath head coach Jack Rowell following his death at the age of 87.
Northampton Saints sealed their first Premiership title for a decade, beating Bath 25-21 at Twickenham after Beno Obano's first half red card.
Bath fly-half Finn Russell says his side have to have trust and belief as they look to win their first Premiership title since 1996 when they take on Northampton in the final on Saturday at Twickenham.
Championship clubs have welcomed the approval of promotion to the Gallagher Premiership as a "new era" for the professional game in England.