Any side that finishes above Saracens might well take the title. Sarries were error-ridden for a full half but still put Worcester away comfortably. They have a surfeit of quality and the knowledge that they can and will play much better. The introduction of one Burger for another, Schalk for Jacques, has, if anything, strengthened an already powerful back row, and Alex Lozowski is going to be a quality back-up to Owen Farrell.

Gloucester maintained their ability to frustrate the Shed faithful by not seeing out a winning position. Their decision-making was questionable, but whatever option you take, it will not succeed if you then cock up what you intend to do. Once they lost their own lineout, after kicking to touch rather than goal, they allowed Leicester to stay in touch and ultimately claw their way to a superbly spirited victory.