Wales Forward Abbie Fleming Joins Leicester Tigers
Wales forward Abbie Fleming will join Leicester Tigers Women for the 2026-27 season after departing from Harlequins. The 30-year-old lock or flanker is among three Wales internationals leaving the Premiership Women's Rugby (PWR) side Harlequins, alongside Carys Phillips and Lisa Neumann.
Fleming joined Harlequins in the summer of 2023 and made 39 appearances for the club based at The Stoop.
"I'm really looking forward to joining Tigers this season," said Fleming, who has also played for Cardiff and Exeter.
"I believe in the game plan, and I can't wait to see what we can achieve together as a club.
"It's a fresh start, and I'm excited to rebuild and grow as a player at a club whose values I fully align with."
Leicester Tigers' Recent Performance and Expectations
Leicester Tigers finished at the bottom of the PWR table last season, losing all 16 league games. They collected only three bonus points and ended the season 31 points behind second-bottom Bristol Bears.
Fraser Goatcher, Tigers director of women's rugby, expressed enthusiasm about Fleming's arrival.
"Abbie is somebody who is incredibly physical, we're really looking forward to seeing what she's going to add to our defence but also her attacking prowess as well," said Goatcher.
"She's got a great skillset so we're really looking forward to seeing what she brings."
Additional Context
Abbie Fleming was not included in Wales' 2026 Six Nations squad. Her move to Leicester Tigers represents a new chapter in her career as she seeks to contribute to a club aiming to improve its standing in the Premiership Women's Rugby competition.
