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Mike Rhodes quickly became a fan favourite after arriving at StoneX Stadium in 2015.
A tough-tackling, durable back rower, he began his professional career with the Sharks in his hometown Durban before stints in Super Rugby with the Lions and the Stormers.
“Being able to stop the momentum of the other side is huge in the modern game. It’s something I take pride in.”
He moved across to England with Sarries ahead of the 2015/16 season and he contributed immensely to the success that season. The South African produced countless impressive performances and started both the Premiership and Champions Cup final – the latter the first ever European title in Saracens’ history.
The following season Rhodes starred for the Wolfpack as they retained their European crown and he was recognised by his teammates, winning Players’ Player of the Year.
Internationally, Rhodes faced the British & Irish Lions in 2009 and played for the Barbarians five years later.
He recently made his 100th appearance for Saracens, confirming his place in the history books as a true great of the club.
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McCall: Win over Bristol gives us plenty to build on
Director of Rugby Mark McCall said the win over Bristol on Friday night has given his side plenty to build on as Saracens Men got off to the perfect start at Ashton Gate.
Austerberry delighted after strong start for Saracens Women
Head Coach Alex Austerberry praised his players’ attacking output in Saracens’ 38-7 win over Loughborough Lightning.
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In their first home match of the season, Saracens delighted their returning fans with an emphatic 38-7 win over Loughborough Lightning at a sunny StoneX Stadium.
MATCH REPORT | Bedford Blues 47-33 Saracens Storm
Saracens Storm suffered defeat on their return to action as they met a rampant Bedford Blues side who won 47-33 at Goldington Road.
MATCH REPORT | Bristol Bears 9-26 Saracens Men
Saracens Men marked their return to the Gallagher Premiership with a fantastic 26-9 victory over Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate.
YOUR GUIDE TO THE SEASON AHEAD
It’s a long one so grab a cup of tea and work your way through lots of (hopefully) useful information for the season ahead.
TEAM NEWS | Bedford Blues v Saracens Storm
Saracens Storm have named an exciting team to take on Bedford Blues this Saturday in their first match of the season.
TEAM NEWS | Saracens Women v Loughborough Lightning
Poppy Cleall is bursting with pride as she prepares to make her 100th appearance for the club against Loughborough Lightning this Saturday.
TEAM NEWS | Bristol Bears v Saracens Men
Alex Lozowski says Saracens are fully focused on hitting the ground running as they head to Ashton Gate for the Gallagher Premiership opener against Bristol on Friday night.
New season brings changes for Premiership Rugby
The Gallagher Premiership kicks off on Friday at Ashton Gate with a significant number of new player welfare driven initiatives and research projects, and a raft of new World Rugby law trials.
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