Lightning clash switched to the Gardens
By Mark Stevens
26/10/22
Exeter Chiefs Women will be heading back to Northampton's cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens for their Allianz Premier 15s clash with Loughborough Lightning.
In a repeat of last season's encounter, which the hosts won 28-25, the two rivals will lock horns once more on Saturday, December 10 (12:30pm) in a game which will also be screened live by BBC Sport.
It is one of five games that the Lightning have today confirmed will take place at the Gallagher Premiership club this coming season.
Loughborough Lightning’s confirmed 2022/23 fixtures in Northampton
Sunday, November 27, 2022 – Loughborough Lightning vs Harlequins (kick-off: 3pm)
Saturday, December 10, 2022 – Loughborough Lightning vs Exeter Chiefs (kick-off: 12.30pm, live on BBC)
Sunday, January 8, 2023 – Loughborough Lightning vs Wasps (kick-off: 3pm)
Saturday, February 18, 2023 – Loughborough Lightning vs Sale Sharks (kick-off: 3pm)
Saturday, March 4, 2023 – Loughborough Lightning vs Bristol Bears (kick-off: 3pm)