NORTHAMPTON SAINTS
Director of RugbyPhil Dowson
Northampton Saints director of rugby since 2022.
Tenure record
as of 20 Jun 2026By competition
Premiership Rugby 20P · 16W · 1D · 3L
Champions Cup 6P · 4W · 0D · 2L
Phil Dowson has overseen 26 completed Northampton Saints matches in our database since September 2025 — 20 won, 1 drawn, 5 lost. That is a 76.9% win rate, with 1010 points scored and 778 conceded.
Records are computed from the WeTalkRugby match database and cover matches we hold data for within this tenure. They are not an official all-time record.
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Coaching career
- 2022- Northampton Saints Director of Rugby
Honours
- 2024 Premiership Rugby
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About Phil Dowson
Phil Dowson became Northampton Saints director of rugby in the summer of 2022, having spent several years on the club’s coaching staff after retiring as a player. A former back-row forward who played for Newcastle, Northampton and England, he led Saints to the Premiership title in 2024 and to the latter stages of the Champions Cup, playing an expansive style that has become the club’s signature.
Frequently asked
Who is the director of rugby of Northampton Saints?
Phil Dowson is the director of rugby of Northampton Saints.
When did Phil Dowson take charge?
Phil Dowson took over at Northampton Saints in July 2022, around 4 years ago.
What is Phil Dowson's record?
From 26 matches in our database: 20 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats — a 76.9% win rate.
What nationality is Phil Dowson?
Phil Dowson is English.
What has Phil Dowson won?
Honours include: Premiership Rugby (2024).
