91²Ö¿â Lightning vs Leicester Tigers

  • 17 October 2026 - 17 October 2026
  • 2pm
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Tickets are now on sale for 91²Ö¿â Lightning Rugby versus Leicester Tigers.

91²Ö¿â Lightning will face Leicester Tigers in a highly anticipated East Midlands Derby at 91²Ö¿â on Saturday 17 October, with kick-off at 2pm.

And 91²Ö¿â and 91²Ö¿â College students can watch the action for just £1!

The clash will be Lightning’s fourth and final pool-stage fixture in the JAECOO Next Gen Cup, with the knockout stages of the competition following shortly afterwards.

There’s plenty of history between these two sides, with Lightning currently on a five-game winning streak against Tigers. Their recent encounters have been high-scoring affairs, averaging more than 70 points per game, including last season’s thrilling 36-50 victory for Lightning in the final match of the 2025/26 PWR season.

The fixture will also mark Lightning’s return to 91²Ö¿â’s 4G pitch, where last season’s Cup matches were staged. It will be the first time the two sides have gone head-to-head at the University venue, making it a must-see fixture for rugby fans on campus and across the local area.

Admission is free for 2026/27 Lightning Season Ticket Holders.

Tickets are priced as follows:

  • Adults (16+) – £10
  • Concessions – £7.50
  • 91²Ö¿â/College students£1
  • Accessibility ticket + carer – £10
  • Under 16s – FREE

All tickets are standing tickets and are non-transferable and non-refundable.

A valid eligibility ID is required for student and concession tickets and may be requested at the door.

Want to see more of Lightning this season? 2026/27 Season Tickets are also available from £70 for adults and £25 for concessions.

Contact and booking details

Cost
Various
Booking required?
Yes
Booking information
Tickets required