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Powerday-sponsored London Irish Rugby Club began the Aviva Premiership season on Saturday, 3 September, with the London Double Header competition at Twickenham. The club have started their new season with a refurbished ground at their spiritual home in Sunbury, which Powerday is proud to have provided. At the London Double Header event on Saturday, London Irish took on Harlequins in their first premiership game sporting their new Powerday kit. The event marked the first game of a three year sponsorship deal of London Irish by Powerday and was a close run thing with London Irish leading until the beginning of the second half, with the end result a win for Harlequins, 29-24. Powerday is committed to supporting London Irish beyond the scope of the sponsorship and have used the pre-season to refurbish their Sunbury ground where the players, coaches, academy and all support staff are based. It is also the home of London Irish Amateur club, also sponsored by Powerday and who will play their first game in their new surroundings on the 10 September. Kieran McCarthy, Rugby Manager for London Irish, said, “It’s fantastic for everyone here at Sunbury, and particularly the players. The facilities are looking good and there is a real excitement and optimism around the club and I’m looking forward to welcoming our rugby friends here through a successful season. Mick and his team have done a great job”. Mick Crossan, Chairman, Powerday says, “We have been pleased to be able to help London Irish achieve a new improved ground at Sunbury. We have repainted the main stand and provided new seats as well as refurbishing the changing rooms and offices and introduced new partners who are all happy to get behind the club.So whether you’re starting out in the Minis or are a member of the London Irish Team, I hope you enjoy the new surroundings!”