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Anthony Belleau started at fly-half

Northampton Saints 28 Cardiff Rugby 12: Tom Vickers' review and player ratings

George Hendy scored a key try for Saints against Cardiff (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Hendy hails 'absolutely phenomenal' Saints forwards after win against Cardiff

Cardiff head coach Corniel Van Zyl (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Opposition view: 'We can keep our heads high', says Cardiff boss

Fraser Dingwall came off the bench to score for Saints (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Dowson praises Saints for dealing with tricky conditions in Cardiff clash

George Hendy had a huge impact for Saints, scoring a crucial second-half try (picture: Claire Jones/redhatphoto.co.uk)

Hendy heroics help Saints to grab win against Cardiff in Champions Cup opener

Phil Dowson (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Dowson's Saints set for 'pretty tasty' clash with Cardiff

Soane Tonga'uiha in action the last time Saints faced Cardiff, way back in December 2010 (photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Northampton Saints v Cardiff Rugby: Big match preview

Fraser Dingwall was left disappointed after Saints exited the Champions Cup at Bath last season (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Regrets still linger as Saints prepare to return to Champions Cup action

Callum Chick on the charge against Bath (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints Q&A: Tom Vickers talks to influential No.8 Callum Chick

Danilo Fischetti (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Fischetti ready to face Cardiff after helping Saints to defuse Bath 'bomb squad'

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will fight in Cardiff on Friday, December 11

Best-value tickets still available for Fury vs Joshua fight

Alex Mitchell scored a stunning solo try last Saturday (picture: Claire Jones/redhatphoto.co.uk)

Sharing game time with McParland 'really helping me', says Mitchell

Tom Pearson is eyeing another big season

Saints 'have all the ingredients' for another successful season, says Pearson

Faryl Smith of Kettering

Britain's Got Talent star from Kettering to sing anthem at FA Community Shield

Chris Lynn hit his fifth T20 century for the Steelbacks in their win at Glamorgan (Picture: century )

Chris Lynn insists there's more to come from table-topping Steelbacks

Chris Lynn starred with the bat on his return to action for the Steelbacks

Lynn hammers fifth Northants century as Steelbacks secure home quarter-final
Chris Lynn’s record-breaking century secured a home quarter-final in the Vitality Blast for the Northants Steelbacks with two games to spare after a 53-run win over Glamorgan in Cardiff on Wednesday night.
Blake Bint

Chris Lynn returns to the Steelbacks team for Wednesday night's clash at Glamorgan (Picture: Peter Short)

Chris Lynn returns as Steelbacks aim to return to winning ways at Glamorgan

Josh Kemeny (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints star Kemeny 'couldn't be more excited' about playing in a PREM final

James Ramm suffered a hamstring injury against Castres Olympique on April 3 (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

The big interview: Tom Vickers talks to Saints star James Ramm

Saints beat Bath last time out (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints set for the run-in after taking a much-needed break

George Furbank was man of the match against Castres (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Furbank feels Saints have the confidence and personnel to claim European glory

George Furbank with Phil Dowson after Saints' win at Sale in January (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

'Complete respect' - Furbank hails connection between Saints players and coaches

Louis Kimber made the switch from Leicestershire to Northants over the winter

Kimber out to make an early impression as Northants take on Cardiff students

Celebrations at Sandalwood Court in Corby

Care provider with homes in Northamptonshire marks 40th anniversary

Ed Prowse in action for Saints at Bath in December (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

'We can't thank the fans enough' - Prowse hails Saints supporters

The view from The Whitebrook.

This non touristy part of Wales reminds me of the south of France

Saints boss Phil Dowson (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Dowson's Saints relishing another big battle with 'outstanding' Bordeaux
Phil Dowson is looking forward to a big battle with Bordeaux as Saints face a re-run of last season's Investec Champions Cup final on Sunday afternoon (kick-off 3.15pm UK time).
Tom Vickers

Craig Wright (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Wright outlines World Cup ambition after signing new deal with Saints

Josh Kemeny is staying at Saints (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Kemeny outlines 'massive factor' in his decision to stay at Saints

Saints reached the Champions Cup final last season, beating Leinster in the semi-final (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

IN PICTURES: Saints' top performers in last season's Champions Cup

George Furbank (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints star Furbank gives update on his injury situation

Anna Birt could not believe she had won her dream car

‘This is crazy’ – shock reaction as woman wins £100k car in prize draw

Alex Coles scored twice in Cardiff (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

More to come from Coles as he looks to continue his Saints development

Amelia Kemp claimed four wickets for Steelbacks Women in their semi-final loss to Glamorgan

Ripley ‘disappointed’ as Steelbacks Women come up short in semi-final run chase

Beth Ascott (left) celebrates after steering Northants Steelbacks Women to their win against Yorkshire on Monday (Picture: nccc.co.uk)

Steelbacks Women target home semi-final in winner-takes-all clash at Glamorgan

British Champion Stanley (2nd from left) on the podium

Rushden's new Golden Boy Stanley Halfacre crowned British Minors Judo Champion

Angus Scott-Young

PICTURE GALLERY: The Saints boys are back in town as pre-season training starts

Definitely, Maybe Hungry? Subway launches Oasis tribute giveaway

Marston's launches PubLife, a summer celebration

Marston’s launches UK-wide celebration of Britpop, as locals definitely maybe se...

From the first song the band will play in Cardiff to if they'll actually make it through their reunion tour - here's the latest betting odds ahead of Oasis' first show this week.

Odds revealed ahead of Oasis' first show, including will they fight?

Kirkstall abbey in Leeds

Top 3 historic buildings and landmarks to explore in the UK

Lewis Denner was in shock and lost for words when his prize was handed over

Cardiff barman wins car and £10k in BOTB draw

Dylan Hartley (left) and Phil Dowson (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Former skipper Hartley feels it's a great time to be a Saints fan

Tom Litchfield added to his try tally against Gloucester (photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)

Saints ace Litchfield already looking forward to building on his big season

Phil Dowson (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

'Slightly odd' feeling as Saints get set for Gallagher Premiership finale

James Ramm and George Furbank were forced to watch on from the sidelines after coming off injured early on in Cardiff (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Dowson delivers Saints injury update ahead of game at Gloucester

Alex Coles scored twice in Cardiff (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Coles feels first-half injuries emptied the Saints tank in Cardiff

Jefferson Poirot confronted Henry Pollock at full-time (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Bordeaux prop Poirot cited for alleged throat grab on Saints star Pollock

Fin Smith with Henry Pollock (photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Saints' 'bunch of mates' will stick together after defeat in Cardiff showpiece

Saints may have been beaten on Saturday, but Pat Lam believes they will be back (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

'Great generation' to help Saints challenge 'in all trophies every year'

Alex Mitchell (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Mitchell feels Premiership sides can take belief from Saints' European journey

Phil Dowson (photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Dowson 'immensely proud' of Saints' effort in final defeat

George Furbank returns for Saints this weekend (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Northampton Saints v Union Bordeaux-Bègles: Full team news

Alex Mitchell scored the winning try in last season's Premiership final (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Saints star Mitchell hopes for another magical moment in a final

Josh Kemeny scored against Saracens last weekend (photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Hard work recognised as Kemeny reaps the rewards at Saints

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