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On Friday, Christian Wade hopes to toast to a slice of rugby history with a shot of tequila. The Newcastle wing is one away from Chris Ashton's record of 101 PREM tries - worthy of a night out on the…

By NIK SIMON · Daily Mail

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 4:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Christian Wade is one score away from equalling Chris Ashton's Premiership record of 101 tries.
Newcastle host Sale on Friday night, providing Wade an opportunity to match the historic try-scoring mark.
Wade reached 100 top-flight tries with a hat-trick against Exeter in round three of the season.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Newcastle winger Christian Wade is one try away from equalling Chris Ashton's Premiership record of 101 tries ahead of Friday's match against Sale. The 35-year-old reached 100 tries after scoring a hat-trick against Exeter earlier this season, achieving the feat in just his ninth full campaign in English rugby's top flight.

Wade credited his longevity to body management, including working with personal physios and trainers since 2013. His path included four years pursuing an NFL career with the Buffalo Bills, an eight-month rugby league stint at Wigan Warriors, and playing for Wasps, Racing 92, and Gloucester.

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