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Ranked! The matchday experience at all 12 Premiership stadiums


Which ground has the best atmosphere? Amazing architecture? The perfect view? RUCK’s Steven Smith, who recently completed the full set, ranks every Gallagher Premiership ground based on his own personal visits…

12. London Irish – Madejski Stadium (3.92/10)

In five words or less: Archetypal 21st century ground

Most recent visit: 2016

Best feature: Fully enclosed and modern

Worst feature: Always empty and not even in London.

READING, ENGLAND – APRIL 05: Alex Lewington of London Irish is tackled by Tim Visser of Edinburgh during the European Rugby Challenge Cup Quarter Final between London Irish and Edinburgh Rugby at the Madejski Stadium on April 5, 2015 in Reading, England. (Photo by Jordan Mansfield/Getty Images)

11. Sale Sharks – AJ Bell Stadium (4.12)

In five words or less: Comes with free transporter bridge

Most recent visit: 2015

Best feature: Good shop for merchandise

Worst feature: Soulless stadium. Traffic chaos is the only guarantee when watching the Sharks.

SALFORD, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 08: A general view of the A J Bell Stadium prior to the LV= Cup match between Sale Sharks and Bath Rugby at AJ Bell Stadium on November 08, 2013 in Salford, England. (Photo by David Jones/Getty Images)

10. Saracens – Allianz Park (5)

In five words or less: Athletics transition can be done

Most recent visit: 2019

Best feature: Was adapted well for Rugby and has a terrific main stand

Worst feature: The capacity is too small and three of the stands are not great

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