Owen Farrell believes Saracens will rise to challenge of knockout rugby

Owen Farrell leaves Saracens at the end of the season (Nigel French/PA)

Owen Farrell insists Saracens are ready to shed the inconsistency that has defined their season as their Gallagher Premiership title defence reaches its moment of truth.

The current champions face table toppers Northampton at Franklin’s Gardens on Friday night and enter the semi-final in uncharacteristically erratic form, underscored by seven league defeats.