TEAM NEWS: Bailey one of four changes for Newcastle clash

Leicester Tigers head coach Geoff Parling has named his side for the second Premiership round clash against Newcastle Red Bulls on Saturday, 4 October 2026, making four changes from the squad that faced Saracens. Orlando Bailey comes into the starting lineup at inside centre, replacing Joseph Woodward, while James Thompson also moves from the replacements bench into the starting side. Tom Manz returns from a season-long loan at Cardiff Blues to take a spot on the bench.