Sale Sharks` 25-7 victory over Saracens highlights playoff implications, while Gloucester`s record win reshapes the Premiership standings.

Sale Sharks delivered a commanding performance, defeating Saracens 25-7 at the AJ Bell Stadium. The Sharks` defense was impenetrable, allowing Saracens to score only one try, complicating Saracens` path to playoff qualification.

Bath solidified their position at the top of the table with a bonus-point victory over Newcastle Falcons at The Rec. Meanwhile, Gloucester made headlines with a staggering 79-17 win against Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm, setting a Premiership record for Gloucester with 13 tries. This victory propelled Gloucester into fifth place, just one point away from the top four.

Exeter Chiefs, struggling this season with only three wins, faced a significant setback, leading to the suspension of coaches Rob Hunter and Ali Hepher after this heavy defeat. The match underscored Exeter`s defensive frailties as they conceded 13 tries.

Key players included Ciaran Donoghue, who shone in his Premiership debut and earned a spot in the Round 15 Team of the Week. The competition remains fierce as teams vie for playoff positions with only a few rounds left in the season. Additionally, the England Red Roses celebrated their seventh consecutive Six Nations Grand Slam with a thrilling 43-42 win over France at Twickenham, showcasing the strength of English rugby across both men`s and women`s competitions.

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