Nearly 50 matches after we began, the great and good of European rugby have been whittled down to 16 teams. The Investec Champions Cup round of 16 will see a number of firsts for the game intertwined with some classic fixtures synonymous with the competition.

South African teams struggle in the Investec Champions Cup, while dominant French sides showcase unmatched skill, power, and depth.

England forwards Ollie Chessum and George Martin both return for Leicester Tigers this afternoon. Lock Martin partners Cameron Henderson in the second row, while flanker Chessum is recalled to the back row. It's the final day of the pool stages in the Investec Champions Cup.

Saints will host Clermont Auvergne in the Investec Champions Cup round of 16 on the weekend of April 4/5/6. Phil Dowson's men finished top of Pool 3 thanks to victories against Castres, Vodacom Bulls and Munster, who were beaten 34-32 in a thriller at cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens on Saturday.

Rotimi Segun will mark his 100th club appearance as one of six Sarries changes, with both sides already through to last 16. The hosts have selected a new front row of props Eroni Mawi and Fraser Balmain, alongside hooker Theo Dan, while lock Hugh Tizard returns to partner new England captain Maro Itoje in the second row.

South African teams battle for Investec Champions Cup playoff spots, with the Stormers, Sharks, and Bulls facing critical matches.

Toulouse scored 12 tries as they hammered Leicester Tigers 80-12 to secure themselves a home tie in the last 16 of the Champions Cup.

Follow live Champions Cup coverage as Northampton Saints face Munster and Clermont Auvergne host Bristol Bears before Leinster play Bath and Harlequins take on Glasgow Warriors in the final round of the pool stage.