Saracens advanced to the Premiership Women's Rugby final after a thrilling semi-final victory over Harlequins, winning 32-24 at StoneX Stadium. Jess Breach made a significant impact in her return from injury, scoring a try along with Alysha Corrigan, Marlie Packer, and May Campbell. Despite an early lead from Harlequins' Claudia Pena, Saracens maintained control. The match included strategic plays from both teams, ultimately sealing Saracens' place in the final on March 16. The other semi-final features Gloucester-Hartpury versus Bristol Bears, promising an exciting competition ahead.
Breach told TNT Sports after the match: "Last year was really horrible to lose in the semi-final [against Bristol Bears]. To come out here, on our home turf, and win - we really fought for the win."
Saracens finished second in the PWR table, while Harlequins were one place behind in third. Quins opened the scoring inside two minutes through Spain full-back Claudia Pena, but were 20-12 down by half-time.
A smart set-play by the visitors in the second half led to a try for Lauren Torley, cutting the gap to three points with 20 minutes to go.
But tries from Corrigan and Campbell, plus a conversion from Zoe Harrison, put Saracens back in control, before Babalwa Latsha grabbed a late try for Quins.
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