Exeter bring in two ex-PREM players to strengthen coaching team
Glen Townson and James Wilson will be assisting Rob Baxter moving forward.
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Neil Fissler
09 Dec 2025, 8:13
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'Freak player' – The England star that's wowed Len Ikitau
Len Ikitau has barely had time to unpack in Devon but the Wallabies centre has already identified the player who has left the bigg…
Ian Cameron
07 Dec 2025, 3:54
Rob Baxter gives a positive update on Henry Slade's future
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that the club are closing in on agreeing a new deal with England outside Henry Slade, who is …
Neil Fissler
03 Dec 2025, 3:19
'Is this just another nail in the coffin of PREM clubs?': Budget bombshell
A change to taxation rules on image rights payments will make it even harder for English clubs to compete with their French counte…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
02 Dec 2025, 10:07
Exeter fight back from 20-point deficit to hand Sale rare home defeat
Exeter came from 26-6 down to secure a dramatic 27-26 win and inflict a rare home defeat on Sale as the Gallagher Prem resumed aft…
PA
28 Nov 2025, 14:14
Rob Baxter on the 'one challenge' Exeter have with Henry Slade
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he will manage England star Henry Slade over the next few weeks, even though he is exemp…
Neil Fissler
26 Nov 2025, 8:38
Exeter's worst fears confirmed over Ross Vintcent injury
Ross Vintcent is fighting to be fit for the start of the Six Nations after Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter revealed that he needs an…
Neil Fissler
26 Nov 2025, 2:00
Tributes pour in for 16-season Exeter stalwart
This weekend Ricky Pellow will coach his last game for Exeter Chiefs when the Devon club take on Bristol at Sandy Park in the PREM…
Jon Newcombe
21 Nov 2025, 1:40
Former Eddie Jones pick Sam Hill ends career after 'dragging it out'
Former Gallagher PREM winner Sam Hill has called an end to his professional rugby career.
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2025, 8:10
PREM Italy star could be doubt for start of Six Nations
An injury in the Azzurri's defeat to South Africa in Turin last weekend could be costly for both Italy and Exeter.
Neil Fissler
18 Nov 2025, 2:57
What has 'really pleased' Rob Baxter about new recruit Stephen Varney
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has hailed the contribution that Italy scrum-half Stephen Varney has had at Sandy Park since moving …
Neil Fissler
13 Nov 2025, 1:12
Wallabies centre Len Ikitau opens up about ‘refreshing’ Exeter sabbatical
Len Ikitau wasn’t in Sydney to collect the John Eales Medal, which was awarded to the Wallabies centre after a career-best 12 mo…
Finn Morton
12 Nov 2025, 17:21
Rob Baxter gives an insight into 'frustrated' Henry Slade contract talks
The England international has plenty of reasons to stay in his home county.
Neil Fissler
11 Nov 2025, 5:38
'A lot of potential': Exeter recruit Greg Fisilau's brother from rivals
David Fisilau has signed for the Exeter Chiefs on a senior academy contract, joining his brother Greg at the club.
Josh Raisey
28 Oct 2025, 9:45
England pair turn it on as Exeter Chiefs thump Gloucester
Henry Slade staked a strong claim for inclusion in England’s team to face Australia next weekend with a superb all-round display…
PA
25 Oct 2025, 9:12
Slade and Ikitau have more competition as Exeter add to centre stocks
Exeter Chiefs have signed centre Harry Ascherl on a one-year deal following a successful trial at Sandy Park.
Josh Raisey
23 Oct 2025, 7:47
Exeter Chiefs' Aussie accent to increase with third Wallaby addition
Scott Sio is set to make his first appearance of the season when struggling Gloucester visit Exeter Chiefs on Saturday afternoon, …
Neil Fissler
23 Oct 2025, 2:56
Rob Baxter rooting for an England recall for star back-rower
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he takes it very personally when one of his players is dumped by England, and Ethan Root…
Neil Fissler
22 Oct 2025, 4:00
'It wasn’t nice watching the boys go through that today'
Harlequins head coach Jason Gilmore admitted his side’s 38-0 Gallagher Prem defeat at Exeter was a “reality checkâ€.
PA
19 Oct 2025, 10:40
England veteran stars as Exeter Chiefs emphaticallly nil Harlequins
Exeter centre Henry Slade provided a timely reminder of his England credentials with a virtuoso performance in a thumping 38-0 win…
PA
19 Oct 2025, 9:26
Exeter's Wallabies recruits come straight into start against Quins
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is set to unleash the Wallabies duo Len Ikitau and Tom Hooper in front of the TNT Sport cameras when…
Neil Fissler
17 Oct 2025, 4:41
Rob Baxter delivers blunt message to Chiefs stars nearing end of deals
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter says that his squad are playing for their futures after admitting he hasn’t opened talks with play…
Neil Fissler
15 Oct 2025, 3:27
Gallagher PREM TV figures rocket after record-breaking derby weekend
TNT Sports' viewing figures for the Gallagher PREM have shown a 29% year-on-year increase compared to the same stage of last seaso…
Jon Newcombe
15 Oct 2025, 2:57
New Wallabies recruit primed for debut after landing in Exeter
Australia forward Tom Hooper is in contention to make his Exeter Chiefs debut this weekend after arriving at his new club.
Josh Raisey
14 Oct 2025, 3:03
Exeter Chiefs to unleash one of the most potent PREM backlines ever
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter looks set to unleash one of the most potent backlines the Premiership has ever seen when Harlequins …
Neil Fissler
13 Oct 2025, 4:30
Why Joseph Dweba walked away from lucrative Sale Sharks deal
Exeter Chiefs' new boy Joseph Dweba has revealed he turned down a lucrative move to Sale Sharks last season because he wanted his …
Neil Fissler
12 Oct 2025, 8:18
'Zombie-like': Exeter DoR Rob Baxter left spitting after Bristol defeat
.There was also a controversial incident eight minutes from time when referee Anthony Woodthorpe awarded a try before sending Bris…
PA
11 Oct 2025, 14:41
Bristol overcome red and yellow cards to edge past Exeter
Bristol overcame the loss of a 20-minute red card for Scotland international Tom Jordan to record a hard-fought 18-14 Gallagher PR…
PA
11 Oct 2025, 9:58
Henry Slade breaks silence on Exeter Chiefs future amid exit rumours
Henry Slade has indicated that he is ready to sit down with Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter and pledge the rest of his career to the…
Neil Fissler
11 Oct 2025, 2:26
'I cringe thinking about it': Feyi-Waboso on the incident that left him sweating
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso suffered a hamstring injury in pre-season training, but has been nothing but a revelation since returning for…
Neil Fissler
10 Oct 2025, 6:55
Exeter Chiefs hand debuts to 2 new signings for Bristol Bears clash
Exeter Chiefs are giving Julian Heaven and Ethan Burger debuts off the bench for the West Country derby against Bristol Bears at A…
Neil Fissler
10 Oct 2025, 4:34
Len Ikitau on why he'll likely snub an R360 offer
Wallaby inside centre Len Ikitau admits that the prospect of earning millions with R360 isn’t enough of a lure for him to miss t…
Neil Fissler
09 Oct 2025, 12:35
Five iconic rugby derby encounters in the modern era
Rugby is a ferocious sport at the best of times, so adding the extra motivation of playing local rivals is usually a recipe for dr…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
08 Oct 2025, 8:49
'Will test the depth': Rob Baxter's worry after potential season-ender
Exeter Chiefs loosehead Kwenzo Blose is set for a long spell on the sideline after rupturing his Achilles tendon against Newcastle…
Josh Raisey
07 Oct 2025, 7:41
PREM comparative form table reveals surprise frontrunner
Comparing last season's corresponding fixtures to the ones played this term, four teams are in profit in terms of points gained.
Jon Newcombe
06 Oct 2025, 8:08
Rob Baxter believes things have changed at Exeter Chiefs
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter admitted it was nice to look at the early Prem table after their 38-15 win over Newcastle and …
PA
05 Oct 2025, 0:07
England star's hat-trick sees Exeter hand Red Bulls second defeat
England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso scored a hat-trick of tries as Exeter got their home campaign off to a fine start with a 38-15…
PA
04 Oct 2025, 9:33
‘PREM has a fabulous chance to tap into upbeat mood music from Red Roses’ triumph’
England's women won hearts and minds from day one and the men need to be similarly expressive on and off the field.
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
01 Oct 2025, 9:31
Baxter's mixed injury update on Tshiunza and two England internationals
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is keeping his fingers crossed while he waits for news on the foot injury suffered by Welsh internat…
Neil Fissler
01 Oct 2025, 7:02
Paul Brown-Bampoe: Exeter's box-office banker turned try machine
The flying wing was not considering a career in rugby two years ago, but has surged to the forefront of this new-look Chiefs side.
LONG READ
Neil Squires
30 Sep 2025, 9:34
How I'd tweak the PREM's new 20-minute red card – Andy Goode
The two 20-minute red cards on the opening weekend of the new PREM season show rugby still isn’t getting the balance right.
Opinion
Andy Goode
30 Sep 2025, 4:18
Record-equalling Italian contingent deliver five-star performance
Over the years, some of Italy's most celebrated internationals have graced Premiership fixtures, from front-rowers Martin Castrogi…
Jon Newcombe
30 Sep 2025, 4:02
England star's injury casts shadow over remarkable Exeter comeback
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso’s try completed an astonishing second-half comeback by Exeter as the visitors claimed a 33-33 Gallagher Pre…
PA
28 Sep 2025, 7:32
Fissler Confidential: Huge flex for one PREM club as rumours hit another
Northampton Saints are set to announce that England stars Fin Smith and George Furbank, who are in the final year of their contrac…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
26 Sep 2025, 5:54
Ben Kay: Five key areas to watch in this year's Gallagher Prem
The Newcastle takeover, Bath's plan for domination, 20-minute red cards and ageing playmakers returning to the Prem catch the eye
LONG READ
Ben Kay
25 Sep 2025, 5:56
Joe Hawkins: 'The two years I had in Exeter, it did make me realise'
Joe Hawkins says the two years he spent in international exile in England made him realise just how much he loved playing for Wale…
Interview
Simon Thomas
25 Sep 2025, 3:15
'If we can’t win, we draw. If we can’t draw, we lose by a point'
Rob Baxter has spent a lot of time this summer re-educating his Exeter Chiefs squad, and he is the first to admit that nobody will…
Neil Fissler
25 Sep 2025, 2:51
Double boost for Exeter ahead of season opener
Exeter Chiefs have received a massive boost ahead of their PREM Rugby opener after passing international stars Immanuel Feyi-Wabos…
Neil Fissler
24 Sep 2025, 2:29
Mick Cleary: 'The newly-branded PREM will have to be at its knuckle-duster aggressive best in the fight to make a mark.'
The Gallagher PREM is refreshed and ready to go and despite threats from a congested sports market, it's ready to take them head o…
LONG READ
Mick Cleary
23 Sep 2025, 8:43
PREM Rugby blown away by record ticket sales
There has been unprecedented demand for tickets to the 2026 Gallagher PREM final on the eve of the new season.
Jon Newcombe
23 Sep 2025, 3:07
Gallagher PREM 2025/26 squads rated - Exeter Chiefs
After a horrible season, the worst in the club's PREM history, the Chiefs will be hoping for stability in 2025/26. But do they hav…
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
17 Sep 2025, 6:18
Exeter boss Rob Baxter makes bold Boks prediction about new recruit
Rob Baxter believes that Joseph Dweba can use the Exeter Chiefs as a springboard back into Rassie Erasmus’s Springbok setup and …
Neil Fissler
16 Sep 2025, 8:22
England and Exeter hit by another Feyi-Waboso setback
England winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso faces a race to be fit for the start of the PREM Rugby season after suffering a setback in tra…
Neil Fissler
16 Sep 2025, 3:52
'Slap in the face': Rob Baxter's candid admission on arguably Exeter's darkest day
The last time Exeter Chiefs played Gloucester at Kingsholm in April, it resulted in a record 79-17 defeat, their heaviest in the t…
Neil Fissler
12 Sep 2025, 3:58
Gallagher PREM expands reach into the USA
New broadcast deal ensures every match from England's top division will be shown Stateside for the next three years.
Jon Newcombe
10 Sep 2025, 1:59
Exeter provide positive update on Feyi-Waboso and Slade
The England internationals could be seen in Chiefs' colours before too long.
Neil Fissler
09 Sep 2025, 5:04
Fissler Confidential: Wallaby's Exeter move could come with complications
Exeter Chiefs face a battle to keep Wallabies star Tom Hooper at Sandy Park for the full duration of his two-year contract.
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
05 Sep 2025, 10:04
Exeter Chiefs lose two players to training ground incidents
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that Tamati Tua and Richard Capstick will both miss the start of the 2025/26 campaign after sustainin…
Ian Cameron
04 Sep 2025, 2:40
Tumultuous year with Exeter sees new twist for Ali Hepher after axing
Ali Hepher has rejoined Exeter Chiefs in an academy performance coach role within club’s development pathway following his exit …
Josh Raisey
03 Sep 2025, 8:05
Ranking England's centre options ahead of the new season
Steve Borthwick is gradually building a deep squad in areas that once seemed threadbare, but the midfield continues to be a proble…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
28 Aug 2025, 9:43
Ranking England's back-row options ahead of the new season
No team in world rugby can match the depth that England has in their back-row currently.
Opinion
Josh Raisey
26 Aug 2025, 6:32
Exeter bolster front-row ranks with addition of Sharks prop
Exeter Chiefs have added to their front row depth with the signing of versatile prop Khwezi Mona ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Jon Newcombe
15 Aug 2025, 5:24
Fissler Confidential: Feyi-Waboso latest target of rebel comp
Exeter Chiefs winger Immanuel Feyi-Waboso is the latest England player to be targeted for the breakaway R360 tournament, which is …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
09 Aug 2025, 1:35
The top five signings ahead of the new Gallagher PREM season
Now that the British & Irish Lions series is over, fans in England can start turning their attention to the new season of domestic…
Opinion
Josh Raisey
04 Aug 2025, 2:30
New PREM Rugby Cup format and fixtures revealed
With Championship clubs no longer taking part, the PREM Rugby Cup has a new format for the 2025/26 season.
Jon Newcombe
29 Jul 2025, 1:01
Shocking state of Prem Rugby club finances revealed in business report
English rugby's 10 top-flight clubs lost a staggering £32million between them in the last financial year.
Jon Newcombe
25 Jul 2025, 1:45
Fixtures announced for 2025-26 Gallagher PREM season
For the first time in its 28-year history, the Gallagher PREM season will start on a Thursday, with Sale Sharks taking on Gloucest…
Jon Newcombe
23 Jul 2025, 0:59
Second Georgian signing announced as Exeter boss admits change of focus
The Chiefs have completed the signing of young Georgian international prop, Bachuki Tchumbadze, ahead of the 2025/26 season.
Jon Newcombe
16 Jul 2025, 4:28
2025/26 EPRC Champions Cup and Challenge Cup fixtures announced
Reigning Investec Champions Cup holders Union Bordeaux Bègles will begin their title defence with a tough away fixture in South A…
Jon Newcombe
15 Jul 2025, 4:38
Gallagher Premiership to axe 7 letters as part of rebrand
The Gallagher Premiership will be rebranded as the Gallagher Prem from next season.
PA
12 Jun 2025, 15:19
Exeter sensation Brown-Bampoe tipped for England debut after new deal
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter expects Paul Brown-Bampoe to be pushing for England honours "very shortly" after a brea…
Josh Raisey
12 Jun 2025, 5:55
Exeter full-back Tommy Wyatt ruled out for the remainder of 2025
ACLs injuries to both knees means the 25-year-old now faces between six and nine months on the sidelines.
Jon Newcombe
11 Jun 2025, 4:39
Premiership Rugby bosses give their take on breakaway R360 league
The proposed rebel R360 league, spearheaded by England World Cup winner Mike Tindall, has been met by widespread scepticism from P…
Josh Raisey
10 Jun 2025, 8:44
Only two Lions make Gallagher Premiership team of the season
Seven England internationals have been included in the Gallagher Premiership team of the season.
Josh Raisey
05 Jun 2025, 4:03
Rugby Awards honour 4 British and Irish Lions
Premiership Rugby, the Rugby Players Association (RPA), Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) and Rugby Football Union (RFU) came toge…
Jon Newcombe
03 Jun 2025, 23:31
Biggest Gallagher Premiership improvers and losers in 2024/25
Which teams made the biggest points gains from last season to this?
Analysis
Jon Newcombe
02 Jun 2025, 4:53
Alex Sanderson faces 'selection headache' ahead of semi-final
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson admitted there were areas to improve on after their 30-26 Gallagher Premiership victory at E…
PA
31 May 2025, 10:45
Sale repel second-half surge from Exeter to make play-offs
Sale booked their place in the Gallagher Premiership play-offs after they were pushed all the way by second-bottom Exeter in an en…
PA
31 May 2025, 9:45
Saracens given hope, Lion missing: Every Premiership team for final round
Five teams head into the final round of the regular Gallagher Premiership season with a lot of play for this Saturday.Â
Josh Raisey
30 May 2025, 7:10
Exeter Chiefs to bring season to a close with 15 departures
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed their list of 15 players that will leave the club at the end of the season.
Josh Raisey
29 May 2025, 8:47
Highest paid Prem position just one of 3 to increase from previous year
Fly-half is yet again the highest-paid position in the Gallagher Premiership, with an average (mean) income of £231,182, as repor…
Josh Raisey
29 May 2025, 4:10
Mixed fortunes for Immanuel Feyi-Waboso and Dafydd Jenkins at Exeter
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso has been ruled out of Exeter Chiefs' final game of the season against Sale Sharks, but he is set to be fit fo…
Neil Fissler
29 May 2025, 2:59
Harlequins confirm signing of Exeter Chiefs double winner
Harlequins have confirmed the signing of Exeter scrum-half Stu Townsend ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, his arrival helping to offs…
Jon Newcombe
27 May 2025, 4:06
Fissler Extra: The Paddy Jackson rumour that may have legs
Paddy Jackson gave a rare interview when he was interviewed pitchside before Lyon’s Challenge Cup defeat to treble-chasing Bath …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
26 May 2025, 7:35
Olly Woodburn targets return to glory years with new Chiefs deal
Exeter Chiefs winger Olly Woodburn has set his sights on helping the club get back on the trophy trail again after signing a deal …
Neil Fissler
22 May 2025, 4:28
Props dominate Gallagher Premiership men's award shortlist
Thomas du Toit is in contention to become only the second prop to be named Premiership Men's Player of the Season after being shor…
Jon Newcombe
21 May 2025, 1:29
Dave Walder joins Exeter Chiefs with immediate effect
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that England U20s attack coach Dave Walder has joined the club’s senior coaching staff with immedia…
Ian Cameron
17 May 2025, 1:52
Fissler Confidential: Worcester to lure ex-England star out of retirement?
Kurt-Lee Arendse's immediate future looks to be with the Bulls after the United Rugby Championship side dramatically pulled the pl…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
17 May 2025, 1:38
Rob Baxter career set to enter a new stage
Rob Baxter admits that he hopes the producers of a new play about the rise of the Exeter Chiefs have lined up a Hollywood A-lister…
Neil Fissler
14 May 2025, 5:18
Exeter players given '10-minute b******ing' despite big win over Saints
Despite a morale-boosting 42-14 Gallagher Premiership a second-string Northampton, Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter was disappo…
PA
11 May 2025, 11:47
Rob Baxter's Exeter Chiefs bounce back against second string Saints
Exeter Chiefs took advantage of Northampton’s decision to field a second-string line-up to record a morale-boosting 42-14 Gallag…
PA
11 May 2025, 9:54
Rob Baxter hits back on-air at former Exeter star's comments
Exeter Director of Rugby Rob Baxter has responded to criticism from club legend Gareth Steenson that the Chiefs had been stuck in …
Jon Newcombe
11 May 2025, 8:47
Tommy Freeman urges coaches to play him even as game-cap limit looms
Tommy Freeman has urged Northampton not to take him out of the firing line ahead of the British and Irish Lions tour.
Interview
Neil Squires
10 May 2025, 10:00
TNT Sports agree new long-term Premiership deal for UK and Ireland
TNT Sports has agreed a new long-term deal with Premiership Rugby and Premiership Women’s Rugby that will see it continue as the…
Ian Cameron
10 May 2025, 6:54
Players will be told straight: Exeter boss Rob Baxter
Exeter Chiefs players can expect tough love from Rob Baxter between now and the end of the season as he gets back out on the train…
Neil Fissler
07 May 2025, 9:19
Exeter Chiefs statement: Rob Hunter
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the sacking of head coach Rob Hunter following their record Gallagher Premiership loss to Gloucester.
Ian Cameron
02 May 2025, 9:46
Troubled Exeter Chiefs sign 6'8 Italy lock Andrea Zambonin
Exeter Chiefs will have a third Italian international in their ranks next season after signing Zebre lock Andrea Zambonin, whose c…
Neil Fissler
01 May 2025, 4:21
Exeter boss Tony Rowe points finger of blame amid club crisis
Tony Rowe hopes Exeter will put on a united front now that Rob Baxter has returned to a hands-on coaching role.
Jon Newcombe
30 Apr 2025, 7:06
Stu Townsend to leave Exeter after agreeing terms with rival Prem club
Harlequins have agreed terms with Exeter Chiefs' long-serving scrum-half Stu Townsend, who will move to the capital when his contr…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
29 Apr 2025, 4:56
Chaos behind-the-scenes at Exeter Chiefs as Rob Baxter swings axe
Exeter Chiefs bosses have today held crisis talks following yesterday’s record 79-17 defeat at the hands of Gloucester amid mayh…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
28 Apr 2025, 9:18
Exeter chairman entitled to ‘fire into everybody’ after humiliation
Rob Hunter said that Exeter chairman Tony Rowe was entitled to “fire into everybody†after the Chiefs suffered Gallagher Premi…
PA
27 Apr 2025, 10:49
Rumoured comment by Welsh Exeter player 'fueled' Gloucester thumping
Gloucester’s record-breaking 79-17 demolition of Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm was fuelled by a rumoured comment from within the vi…
Ian Cameron
27 Apr 2025, 10:29
Exeter Chiefs suffer heaviest every Prem defeat at hands of Gloucester
Gloucester stayed firmly in contention for a Gallagher Premiership play-off place after crushing hapless Exeter 79-17 at Kingsholm…
PA
27 Apr 2025, 9:16
'I already had that chip on my shoulder'
Exeter’s Paul Brown-Bampoe is enjoying a breakthrough year but insists that whilst comparisions with Immanuel Feyi-Waboso are fl…
Jon Newcombe
26 Apr 2025, 12:25
Fissler Confidential: England and France 10s, Lions centre on move
Anthony Belleau appears to be on his way out of Clermont Auvergne this summer, and whispers from across the Channel suggest he cou…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
26 Apr 2025, 1:00
Rob Baxter brands try-scoring machine 'an England bolter'
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter believes that in-form winger Paul Brown-Bampoe, who has scored 18 tries in 19 appearances, is a bolt…
Neil Fissler
24 Apr 2025, 6:49
Rob Baxter explains why Len Ikitau is such a key signing for Exeter
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter believes that Len Ikitau is the most significant signing he has made since bringing another Wallaby …
Neil Fissler
23 Apr 2025, 10:00
Johann van Graan: 'It looked like a war zone in our changing room'
Bath boss Johann van Graan described his team’s 26-24 victory over Exeter at Sandy Park as “a great advert for the Premiership…
PA
20 Apr 2025, 0:30
Bath victory over Exeter Chiefs comes at an injury cost
Title favourites Bath moved 15 points clear at the Gallagher Premiership summit after they staved off Exeter’s rousing second-ha…
PA
19 Apr 2025, 9:47
England star Charlie Ewels returns in revamped Bath pack
Johann van Graan has selected a completely different pack to the one that started the 61-26 thrashing of Gloucester in last Sunday…
Jon Newcombe
18 Apr 2025, 4:00
The Premiership bound player who is eligible to play for 5 nations
They say rugby is the game played in heaven but the NSW Waratahs boast a rare, aptly-named talent who has a plethora of options we…
AAP
18 Apr 2025, 3:03
Rob Baxter: The toxic cycle Exeter Chiefs must break as they face top dogs
Rob Baxter has urged his Exeter Chiefs to show bravery in both attack and defence when Premiership leaders and West Country rivals…
Neil Fissler
18 Apr 2025, 2:22
'It's pretty much a done deal' - club stalwart set to commit to Exeter
Exeter Chiefs skipper Jack Yeandle will be staying for a 14th season at Sandy Park after Rob Baxter said the club stalwart has agr…
Neil Fissler
16 Apr 2025, 2:50
French rugby bigwig replaces Bill Sweeney as RFU rep on EPCR board
CEO of the French Rugby Federation (FFR) Jérémie Lecha has been appointed to the Board of European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR…
Ian Cameron
14 Apr 2025, 6:31
'I can’t wait to be part of it': Exeter tie up Charlie Chapman signing
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that Gloucester scrum-half Charlie Chapman will be moving to Sandy Park when his contract runs out at…
Neil Fissler
09 Apr 2025, 5:01
Fissler Confidential: Prem club to ringfence Six Nations star
Gloucester have moved early to try and tie down Wales scrum-half Tomos Williams on a long-term deal, despite him being under contr…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
05 Apr 2025, 0:31
Exeter Chiefs confirm latest Heaven sent arrival at Sandy Park
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that New South Wales Waratahs hooker Julian Heaven will arrive at Sandy Park this summer to continue …
Neil Fissler
03 Apr 2025, 4:31
Exeter look to Charlie Chapman to boost scrum-half options
Following the signing of Italian international Stephen Varney, the Chiefs have reportedly lined up the Gloucester player as their …
Neil Fissler
02 Apr 2025, 6:44
UK government urged to take 'tough approach' to Premiership loans
The Government must take a tough approach to clawing back taxpayers’ money loaned to rugby union teams and other sports clubs du…
PA
01 Apr 2025, 7:01
Exeter Chiefs close to revealing new attack and backs coach
Former England international Dave Walder is poised to become a member of Rob Baxter's coaching team from next season.
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
01 Apr 2025, 1:49
Social media post gets sarcastic response from Henry Slade
The England star joins in the post-match debate after a turgid 17-15 win for Exeter vs Newcastle.
Jon Newcombe
31 Mar 2025, 1:43
England prospect saves Exeter in basement battle with Newcastle
Greg Fisilau scored a last-minute try as Exeter claimed a 17-15 Gallagher Premiership victory over Newcastle in a dour bottom-of-t…
PA
29 Mar 2025, 11:09
What Newcastle 'can’t legislate for' as they face fellow basement dwellers
Newcastle Falcons DoR Steve Diamond says basic errors are undermining his side’s progress as they prepare for a key Gallagher Pr…
Ian Cameron
28 Mar 2025, 8:24
Ollie Chessum back after Six Nations injury scare: All Premiership teams this weekend
England lock Ollie Chessum will return to Leicester Tigers' starting XV on Sunday as his side host Saracens in the Gallagher Premi…
Josh Raisey
28 Mar 2025, 8:12
Vermeulen to join Premiership rivals despite interest around the world
Exeter Chiefs back-row Jacques Vermeulen will bring his six-year stay at Sandy Park to a close at the end of the season to join Ga…
Josh Raisey
24 Mar 2025, 6:32
Pat Lam proud of performance as Bristol see off Exeter in high-scoring thriller
Bristol director of rugby Pat Lam expressed his pride in his players as they ran in eight tries in a 52-38 West Country derby vict…
PA
22 Mar 2025, 14:30
Red card can't hold Bristol back as Prem record smashed in 90pt thriller with Exeter
Bristol kept up the pressure on Gallagher Premiership leaders Bath with a 52-38 win over strugglers Exeter in a thrilling West Cou…
PA
22 Mar 2025, 13:20
Saracens roll out England big guns as Quins rest theirs: All Premiership teams for this weekend
England captain Maro Itoje will return to captain a Saracens side containing four of his international team-mates during the Guinn…
Josh Raisey
21 Mar 2025, 6:46
Exeter Chiefs confirm signing of Italy star Stephen Varney
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that Rob Baxter has ended his long search for a new scrum-half by recruiting Italian international St…
Neil Fissler
20 Mar 2025, 5:38
Rob Baxter says 'the time was right' as Exeter make head coach change
Rob Hunter has replaced the demoted Ali Hepher, with a new attack and backs coach sought in the summer.
Jon Newcombe
19 Mar 2025, 13:11
New setback all but ends Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's Lions hopes
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's fading hopes of being fit for the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia have finally evaporated after i…
Neil Fissler
19 Mar 2025, 6:52
Exeter poised to sign Italy star after Jake Gordon deal falls through
Exeter Chiefs are poised to announce that they are signing Italian scrum-half Stephen Varney, who left West Country rivals Glouces…
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Neil Fissler
19 Mar 2025, 5:04
Bath win Prem Cup to end 17-year trophy wait
The Gallagher Premiership leaders remain on course for the treble after a 48-14 victory over Exeter at Sandy Park.
Jon Newcombe
16 Mar 2025, 7:14
Fissler Confidential: Paddy Jackson set for Premiership return?
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is set to go back to the drawing board after appearing to miss out in the race to land NSW Waratahs.…
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Neil Fissler
16 Mar 2025, 3:10
Bath’s Ewan Richards: ‘It’ll be a special feeling to lift that trophy’
The Gallagher Premiership leaders are hoping to end their 17-year wait for silverware with victory over Exeter in Sunday's Premier…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
15 Mar 2025, 15:00
Joe Hawkins ready to revive Test career after sealing Wales return
Exeter Chiefs centre Joe Hawkins has signed for the Scarlets ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
13 Mar 2025, 4:26
Jack Innard quits Exeter for West Country rivals
Jack Innard has become the latest player to quit Exeter Chiefs when his contract runs out at the end of the season.
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Neil Fissler
10 Mar 2025, 5:17
Exeter's Jacques Vermeulen at centre of inter-league bidding war
South African sides the Stormers and the Bulls are set to battle over the signature of Exeter Chiefs back-row Jacques Vermeulen, w…
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Neil Fissler
07 Mar 2025, 3:54
Josh Iosefa-Scott backed for England honours after new Chiefs deal
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has backed Josh Iosefa-Scott to win a full England cap after the tighthead signed a new contract to …
Neil Fissler
05 Mar 2025, 4:01
Exeter Chiefs confirm Marcus Street exit from club
Exeter Chiefs tighthead prop Marcus Street has agreed a move to Saracens for the 2025/26 season - as first reported by RugbyPass.
Ian Cameron
03 Mar 2025, 8:37
Premiership Cup semi-final draw and dates confirmed
TNT Sports will show both matches live, with Newcastle and Exeter at home to Bath and Ealing Trailfinders, respectively.
Jon Newcombe
02 Mar 2025, 1:11
Fissler Confidential: Lion to leave Scotland, what Exeter will pay Len Ikitau
Scotland and Lions openside Hamish Watson looks set to end his 14-year association with Edinburgh this summer and has been attract…
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Neil Fissler
01 Mar 2025, 1:57
Scott Sio gives Exeter the Aussie seal of approval
With three more new signings from Down Under possible before the week is out, the Wallaby prop could soon be surrounded by compatr…
Interview
Jon Newcombe
27 Feb 2025, 10:00
England A star Richard Capstick turns down champions to stay at Chiefs
Exeter's recruitment drive continues with the re-signing of the versatile loose forward, who has been with the club since he was 1…
Neil Fissler
27 Feb 2025, 5:31
Rob Baxter confirms incoming raft of internationals at Exeter
Rob Baxter has all but confirmed that Exeter Chiefs will next week confirm a whole host of big-name arrivals at Sandy Park for nex…
Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 8:49
Future England star Greg Fisilau signs new Chiefs deal
Exeter Chiefs have continued their good business heading into next season by tying down back-row Greg Fisilau to a new deal with t…
Josh Raisey
26 Feb 2025, 4:06
Baxter to hold talks with RFU over handling of Feyi-Waboso situation
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that he will meet with the RFU after the Guinness Six Nations to discuss his concerns about t…
Neil Fissler
26 Feb 2025, 3:30
Exeter's Wallabies raid set to continue with two further signings
Exeter Chiefs are poised to sign two more Wallabies as Rob Baxter looks to plot a move away from the bottom of the Gallagher Premi…
Neil Fissler
25 Feb 2025, 4:21
Exeter Chiefs lure Springbok Joseph Dweba away from Stormers
Exeter Chiefs have won the race to lure Springbok hooker Joseph Dweba to Sandy Park next season after his contract talks with Unit…
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Neil Fissler
16 Feb 2025, 7:56
Exeter set sights on Bok hooker after denying Luke Cowan-Dickie return
Exeter Chiefs are believed to be in the running to sign out-of-favour Springbok hooker Joseph Dweba after Rob Baxter denied that h…
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Neil Fissler
14 Feb 2025, 7:17
'Pivotal' deal will benefit young Premiership talent
New fixed 'rookie' wages agreed for top-flight Academy players.
Jon Newcombe
14 Feb 2025, 6:08
Rob Baxter issues tentative update on Immanuel Feyi-Waboso
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter admits that England winger Manny Feyi-Waboso is in an important stage of his rehab as he looks to ma…
Neil Fissler
13 Feb 2025, 8:20
Bath confirm Dan Frost signing
Bath's recruitment drive has continued with confirmation of the signing of the Exeter hooker.
Jon Newcombe
03 Feb 2025, 3:09
Fissler Confidential: Tom Wright to kiss goodbye to Aussie rugby?
Explosive Wallaby star Tom Wright, who is now in the final year of his current contract with Rugby Australia and who is yet to agr…
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Neil Fissler
01 Feb 2025, 1:59
Exeter Chiefs' failed last minute bid for Champions Cup winner
Exeter Chiefs have failed in a last-minute bid to lure Toulouse inside centre Santiago Chocobares to Sandy Park, with the Pumas mi…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 9:00
England's Raffi Quirke nearing Sale Sharks exit to revive career
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter has made recruiting a new scrum-half a top priority for next season, and the whispers are that he ha…
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Neil Fissler
29 Jan 2025, 4:36
Rob Baxter reacts to Exeter Chiefs' second win of the season
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter was delighted for scrum-half Stu Townsend after the Devon side marked his 100th top-flight app…
PA
26 Jan 2025, 0:49
Exeter seal second league win of the season against 14-man Saracens
Exeter picked up only their second Gallagher Premiership win of the season with a come-from-behind triumph against old adversaries…
PA
25 Jan 2025, 13:13
Fissler Confidential: Exeter exit for Tamati Tua?
Toulon and Perpignan are considering a move for Exeter Chiefs inside centre Tamati Tua, who only moved to the Premiership struggle…
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Neil Fissler
25 Jan 2025, 3:16
Exeter’s dismal Champions Cup campaign ends with drubbing by Ulster
The Chiefs, who made 12 changes, collapsed to their fourth defeat in as many outings in Europe with Zack Wimbush’s late try regi…
PA
17 Jan 2025, 14:21
Exeter confirm signing of Wallaby Tom Hooper
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the signing of Australia back-row Tom Hooper, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
14 Jan 2025, 4:32
Wandisile Simelane attracting interest from France, England and Japan
Wandisile Simelane and his man-of-the-match display against Sale Sharks in the Investec Champions Cup on Saturday could have secur…
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Neil Fissler
13 Jan 2025, 3:19
Tom Hooper casts Wallabies future in doubt with move to England
Under fire Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter is set to try and quell fan discontent by strengthening his squad for next season with th…
Neil Fissler
13 Jan 2025, 2:20
Exeter suffered ‘a bit of a stuffing’ against Bordeaux-Begles admits Baxter
Rob Baxter admitted his team had suffered “a bit of a stuffing†following Exeter’s record 69-17 Investec Champions Cup defea…
PA
11 Jan 2025, 13:44
Exeter's miserable season hits new low with record Champions Cup loss
Chiefs need a landslide bonus-point win in their final pool fixture against Ulster to have any chance of reaching the last-16, but…
PA
11 Jan 2025, 9:33
Ilona Maher named for her first Bristol Bears start
The USA sevens star was given her Bears debut off the bench against champions Gloucester-Hartpury last weekend, completing 20 minu…
PA
10 Jan 2025, 6:15
Exeter explain England reason why Feyi-Waboso op has been delayed
England’s opening Guinness Six Nations game is against Ireland on February 1 and the 22-year-old would miss the entire tournamen…
PA
08 Jan 2025, 5:51
Two Exeter Chiefs players booked in for surgery after ACL injuries
Winger Olly Woodburn and tighthead Ehren Painter are the latest players to be sidelined with long-term issues, while discussions o…
Liam Heagney
07 Jan 2025, 11:01
Exeter cut pre-tax losses by £4million
Exeter Rugby Group PLC are in a much healthier financial position than they were 12 months but the good news comes with some cavea…
Jon Newcombe
07 Jan 2025, 2:09
Exeter Chiefs face crisis as duo in same position head to door
Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter faces a problem with at least two of his three front-line hookers looking set to leave Sandy Park wh…
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Neil Fissler
05 Jan 2025, 7:52
Rob Baxter left fuming by key decision as Exeter lose at Leicester
After trailing 3-14 at the interval, the Chiefs dominated the first 25 minutes of the second half to lead 15-14 before a contentio…
PA
04 Jan 2025, 10:37
Leicester Tigers player ratings vs Exeter Chiefs | Gallagher Premiership
Leicester Tigers player ratings: Tigers secured a hard-fought 28-15 bonus-point victory over Exeter Chiefs at Welford Road in a ga…
Opinion
Ian Cameron
04 Jan 2025, 9:57
Leicester bag struggle session Gallagher Premiership win over Exeter
Leicester battled to a much-needed yet unconvincing 28-15 win over struggling Exeter in a dour contest.
PA
04 Jan 2025, 9:48
'Don’t tell my wife!' – Slade’s cheeky take on Exeter’s big win
Henry Slade described Exeter’s first Gallagher Premiership victory of the season as “better than sex†after the Chiefs beat …
PA
29 Dec 2024, 11:12
Exeter’s late heroics sink Gloucester to end winless run
Exeter claimed a first Gallagher Premiership victory of the season at the ninth attempt as they edged out west-country rivals Glou…
PA
29 Dec 2024, 9:56
Ehren Painter: ‘I’ve had some PBs. Do they humble you? Absolutely’
For a man of that size, you imagine every pre-season is a tortuous existence but it sounds like the recent months preparing with t…
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Liam Heagney
27 Dec 2024, 6:00
Rob Baxter: 'There's a few good years left in me yet hopefully'
It would be understandable if the prospect of a 16th consecutive season as the Devon club’s director of rugby is wearying on the…
Interview
Liam Heagney
26 Dec 2024, 6:00
Initial Immanuel Feyi-Waboso injury update does not sound promising
Alex Sanderson singled out George Ford for praise after Sale secured a 28-10 bonus-point victory over rock-bottom Exeter which mai…
PA
21 Dec 2024, 12:43
Rob Baxter drops scary admission after Toulouse rip Exeter asunder
Rob Baxter admitted that some of Toulouse’s rugby was “almost undefendable†after his Exeter team suffered a 64-21 Investec …
PA
15 Dec 2024, 13:10
Mixed Sunday for English sides in Champions Cup
Antoine Dupont starred as Toulouse produced a 10-try blitz to rout Investec Champions Cup opponents Exeter 64-21.
PA
15 Dec 2024, 12:58
Toulouse and Antoine Dupont crush Exeter in Champions Cup rout
Toulouse and Antoine Dupont produced a box-office performance as they blitzed Investec Champions Cup opponents Exeter 64-21 at San…
PA
15 Dec 2024, 12:41
Exeter Chiefs player ratings vs Toulouse | Investec Champions Cup
Exeter Chiefs player ratings: Exeter endured a torrid evening at Sandy Park, as Toulouse delivered a 10-try masterclass to seal a …
Opinion
Ian Cameron
15 Dec 2024, 12:31
Rob Baxter's deal to bring Toulon's Ben White to Exeter is off
Baxter, who has made a new scrum-half his top priority for next season, thought that he had a three-year deal to bring the 26-year…
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Neil Fissler
13 Dec 2024, 4:54
Henry Slade's simple take on his Exeter future
Having seen former team-mates and friends like Jack Nowell and Luke Cowan-Dickie leave and prosper, Henry Slade is all too aware t…
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Jon Newcombe
13 Dec 2024, 4:51
‘The problem with this year’s Champions Cup? Too many English clubs’
The current strength of the Premiership does not warrant eight of its 10 clubs being involved in Europe's elite tournament.
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Neil Squires
13 Dec 2024, 1:54
Model pro Dafydd Jenkins set to give Exeter a boost
Wales international Dafydd Jenkins is fit and available for selection and could make his seasonal bow for Exeter at home to Toulou…
Jon Newcombe
12 Dec 2024, 2:41
Springboks captain Kolisi's verdict on back row switch under Plumtree
Following on from the Sharks back to back-to-back victories in December 2024, former All Blacks assistant coach and current Sharks…
Henry Lee
09 Dec 2024, 18:31
Saracens open Champions Cup bid with Bulls win as Munster down Stade Francais
Saracens powered to victory over Bulls as a 27-5 victory marked the start of their Investec Champions Cup campaign. There was an e…
PA
07 Dec 2024, 12:43
Northampton thump Castres in Champions Cup statement win
Northampton began their Investec Champions Cup campaign with a comfortable 38-8 bonus-point victory over Castres.
PA
07 Dec 2024, 10:20
Stuart Hogg sentenced for bail breach
He will be further sentenced in January after admitting domestic abuse against his estranged wife.
PA
05 Dec 2024, 3:20
Exeter outline their plan to stop a Sharks side loaded with Springboks
Rob Baxter says Exeter are excited to tackle one of the toughest assignments in world rugby on Saturday.
PA
04 Dec 2024, 9:16
Johann van Graan: 'Last 24 hours have shown any team can beat any team'
Johann van Graan ‘chuffed’ as Bath battle past Exeter.
PA
01 Dec 2024, 1:15
England trio sin-binned as Bath extend Exeter's winless Prem start
Exeter suffered a seventh successive Gallagher Premiership defeat of the season as Bath regained top spot with a 19-15 victory at …
PA
30 Nov 2024, 12:03
Exeter lose Josh Iosefa-Scott as 145kg prop pays price for striking face
Exeter Chiefs loosehead Josh Iosefa-Scott has been handed a three-match ban for striking the face of Hartpury's Robbie Smith in th…
Josh Raisey
15 Nov 2024, 8:53
Exeter pipped to the post for highly rated Nathan Jibulu
Sale Sharks look set to pip Exeter Chiefs in the race to deal Premiership rivals Harlequins another transfer blow by signing Engla…
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Neil Fissler
03 Nov 2024, 6:29
Fissler Confidential: Wild Owen Farrell transfer rumours
Sometimes, the rumour mill comes up trumps with a link that is too far-fetched to be true, and this week, it is a return to the Pr…
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Neil Fissler
02 Nov 2024, 5:10
Struggling Exeter sack Omar Mouneimne and explain why
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that defence coach Omar Mouneimne has paid the penalty for their calamitous start to the new season a…
Neil Fissler
31 Oct 2024, 9:59
Rob Baxter addresses 'sack' talk following winless Exeter start
The Chiefs, who have lost all six of their top flight games this season, are only being kept off the bottom of the table by having…
Neil Fissler
29 Oct 2024, 13:04
Henry Slade on England as Baxter makes brutal Exeter admission
Henry Slade hopes to be involved in England’s Autumn Nations Series opener against New Zealand next Saturday after making his co…
PA
27 Oct 2024, 11:58
Henry Slade shines but Exeter still in freefall
Henry Slade proved his fitness ahead of England’s Autumn Nations Series opener against New Zealand but could not prevent Exeter …
PA
27 Oct 2024, 10:34
All 10 team selections for Gallagher Premiership round six
Round six of the Gallagher Premiership promises to deliver another thrilling weekend of action, with teams looking to solidify the…
Ian Cameron
25 Oct 2024, 6:12
Struggling Exeter Chiefs start Henry Slade after England release
England outside centre Henry Slade will make his first appearance of the season as Exeter Chiefs look to end their worst start to …
Neil Fissler
25 Oct 2024, 3:59
England make club exception for Exeter's Henry Slade
Henry Slade is available for Exeter’s Gallagher Premiership clash with Harlequins as he attempts to prove his fitness ahead of E…
PA
24 Oct 2024, 3:06
What Steve Diamond said about first Newcastle win in 25 league games
A hard-fought Friday night performance saw the Falcons end a 25-game losing streak thanks to tries from Philip van der Walt and Ja…
PA
18 Oct 2024, 23:29
Newcastle end 25-game losing streak with win over Exeter
Newcastle earned their first Gallagher Premiership victory in over a year after beating fellow strugglers Exeter 24-18 at Kingston…
PA
18 Oct 2024, 14:07
Exeter join away fans segregation debate, name team for Newcastle
The Devon-based club, who have been part of the English top flight since 2010, have expressed alarm that steps could be taken to p…
Liam Heagney
17 Oct 2024, 4:46
Exeter sign a 'big, mobile front row forward' from South Africa
Exeter director of rugby Baxter had spoken in recent weeks about the possibility of bolstering his squad and the latest adjustment…
Liam Heagney
16 Oct 2024, 9:00
Dafydd Jenkins ruled out of Wales' autumn as lock reveals return date
The Exeter lock captained his country during this year’s Six Nations.
PA
15 Oct 2024, 5:53
'I looked at the clock, it said 18 minutes left, we needed 21 points'
Bristol director of rugby Pat Lam always believed his side could win after they producing a stunning fightback to beat Exeter 40-3…
PA
13 Oct 2024, 3:36
Ibitoye grabs 3 quickfire tries as Bristol fight back to stun Exeter
Gabi Ibitoye scored an eight-minute try hat-trick as Bristol produced a stunning fightback to maintain their proud unbeaten Premie…
PA
12 Oct 2024, 9:47
Premiership hot-shot Josh Hodge: 'I thrive under pressure’
To some, seeing Josh Hodge’s name at the top of the Premiership’s goalkickers charts may come as a surprise. His 89% success r…
Jon Newcombe
12 Oct 2024, 0:00
Exeter have sounded out Nic White about a deal to return to Chiefs
RugbyPass understand that the Chiefs, who have lost their opening three Gallagher Premiership games, have enquired about White aft…
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Neil Fissler
09 Oct 2024, 8:24
Exeter hint at England player gamble despite their winless start
The Chiefs have been without Greg Fisilau, Ethan Roots and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, who have all been involved in a 36-man England tr…
Neil Fissler
09 Oct 2024, 4:54
Mick Cleary: 'Rivalry is a box-office ticket, ripe for indulgence and legitimate exploitation'
Domestic derbies and national rivalries are a rich part of rugby offering compelling drama.
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Mick Cleary
09 Oct 2024, 0:28
Exeter's Joe Hawkins sought for potential URC and Wales return
The Swansea-born 22-year-old scored one try in 28 appearances for Ospreys, his hometown club. after making his Pro 14 debut in a 2…
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Neil Fissler
07 Oct 2024, 2:14
The 'battle' Rob Baxter admits he's in with Exeter players
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter said: “You can see where that game could have been so much tighter
PA
06 Oct 2024, 11:57
'Beyond amazing' - Rob Baxter's verdict on Olly Woodburn
Being able to play in a variety of positions has always been a valuable commodity for a player to have but even more so now that P…
Jon Newcombe
06 Oct 2024, 0:00
Exeter confirm their signing of 'valuable asset' Franco Molina
The second row has just completed his first involvement in The Rugby Championship, making six appearances for Los Pumas – three …
Liam Heagney
03 Oct 2024, 4:00
The Premiership has shown how bright England's future is – Andy Goode
The Premiership may have taken a round to crank into gear but this weekend demonstrated there’s more attacking ability and young…
Opinion
Andy Goode
30 Sep 2024, 13:30
Four talking points as Northampton hold off a late Exeter rally
RugbyPass was at cinch Stadium @ Franklin’s Gardens for Saturday’s six-try clash of the clubs with the reimagined crests. It d…
Analysis
Liam Heagney
29 Sep 2024, 0:52
Northampton do enough to hold off late Feyi-Waboso-inspired rally
Saints appeared to be cruising at 30-10, but the England winger dotted down two converted tries in eight minutes to set up a tense…
PA
28 Sep 2024, 12:17
Solomone Kata barred from Premiership until December after red card
Leicester Tigers centre Solomone Kata has been handed a four-week ban following his red card in the opening match of the Gallagher…
Josh Raisey
27 Sep 2024, 3:48
Rob Baxter explains spying mission plan to fix depleted Exeter squad
The Chiefs director of rugby was set to travel to Topham on a spying mission on Wednesday afternoon to watch Exeter University ope…
Neil Fissler
25 Sep 2024, 4:11
8 England players make first Gallagher Premiership XV of the season
The first Gallagher Premiership XV of the week has been announced with Ugo Monye selecting a side featuring no less than eight Eng…
Ian Cameron
23 Sep 2024, 7:31
Fissler Confidential: Bath's Ben Spencer issue, Paddy Jackson rumours
Bath are considering Harlequins scrum-half Will Porter as a potential replacement for Ben Spencer, who is out of contract at the e…
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Neil Fissler
22 Sep 2024, 3:59
Michael Cheika reacts to Leicester win and tragedy behind player's performance
Michael Cheika felt that Leicester were rewarded for “playing the long game†after his reign as Tigers head coach began with a…
PA
21 Sep 2024, 12:00
Cheika era enjoys dramatic start as Leicester pounce late at Exeter
Wales international flanker Tommy Reffell’s try two minutes into stoppage time ensured an outstanding win on the road.
PA
21 Sep 2024, 9:42
The rookie winger Exeter have tipped for Feyi-Waboso-like progress
Feyi-Waboso’s breakthrough season at the Chiefs was so fantastic that he even made a Test debut off the England bench last Febru…
Liam Heagney
21 Sep 2024, 0:16
Tigers to roar, Sarries to slide as Premiership returns - Andy Goode
It may have been an off-season with more star departures than arrivals in the Premiership but it never fails to entertain and it 
Opinion
Andy Goode
20 Sep 2024, 4:50
Ollie Chessum named Leicester Tigers captain for trip to Exeter Chiefs
Ollie Chessum will captain a Leicester Tigers side with four debutants for their opening match of the Gallagher Premiership season…
Josh Raisey
20 Sep 2024, 4:21
Exeter explain how Christ Tshiunza can 'accelerate' his career
The forward has been branded a utility player given his ability to double up as a back row and at lock.
Liam Heagney
19 Sep 2024, 0:18
Exeter deliver 'good picture' injury update on Vermeulen, Wimbush
The Chiefs lost back-rower Vermeulen to a 54th-minute setback in last Saturday’s pre-season win over Ulster, while midfielder Wi…
Liam Heagney
18 Sep 2024, 4:47
Premiership: Anglo-Welsh, URC merger reports 'wide of the mark'
Premiership rugby chiefs insist there are no ongoing negotiations with other leagues and talk of an imminent Anglo-Welsh competiti…
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Chris Jones
16 Sep 2024, 3:42
Bidding heats up for lock-sized dual-qualified centre Zack Wimbush
Exeter Chiefs are battling to keep hold of highly-rated centre Zack Wimbush, who is the subject of a tug-of-war between Wales boss…
Exclusive
Ian Cameron
15 Sep 2024, 6:42
Exeter Chiefs make Martin Moloney decision after pre-season trial
Martin Moloney's pre-season trial at Exeter Chiefs has proven to be successful with the club signing him ahead of the new season.
Josh Raisey
11 Sep 2024, 4:33
Ehren Painter: ‘I’ve had some PBs. Do they humble you? Absolutely’
For a man of that size, you imagine every pre-season is a tortuous existence but it sounds like the recent months preparing with t…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
08 Sep 2024, 0:27
The Henry Slade update on the injury picked up tackling van der Merwe
With the operation taking place five weeks ago, he has the chance of proving his fitness in time for the All Blacks’ visit to Tw…
PA
06 Sep 2024, 0:49
Coventry's talent ID pipeline proves finishing school for Prem talent
Despite being in charge for under three years and still being under 40, Coventry Rugby head coach Alex Rae already has an outstand…
Interview
Paul Smith
05 Sep 2024, 2:57
Exeter land Pumas lock Franco Molina as Dafydd Jenkins replacement
Exeter Chiefs have landed Argentina lock Franco Molina as a replacement for Wales skipper Dafydd Jenkins, who will miss the start …
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
04 Sep 2024, 3:37
Heavy-hitters: All 10 Premiership squads by weight, height and age
As the Gallagher Premiership season approaches we take a look at the physical makeup of each of the league's ten sides.
Analysis
Ian Cameron
01 Sep 2024, 8:45
Rusi Tuima: 'It suits my frame, the size, I can use my weight'
It’s quite the change from lockdown and the copious amounts of his mother’s wholesome home cooking in nearby Plymouth.
Interview
Liam Heagney
31 Aug 2024, 2:25
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso lifts lid on British and Irish Lions speculation
The Exeter wing has made a rapid impression at the top level.
PA
25 Aug 2024, 2:02
Rob Baxter: 'There's a few good years left in me yet hopefully'
It would be understandable if the prospect of a 16th consecutive season as the Devon club’s director of rugby is wearying on the…
Interview
Liam Heagney
23 Aug 2024, 23:56
Exeter latest on recruitment, 'touch and go' Jenkins/Slade update
Rob Baxter has insisted that his Exeter recruitment drive hasn’t ended despite Tuesday’s confirmation of the signings of midfi…
Liam Heagney
21 Aug 2024, 8:04
Premiership club confirms signing of Stormers prop Kwenzo Blose
Blose was on the 15-strong list of end-of-season leavers unveiled by the John Dobson-coached URC franchise in June and having sinc…
Liam Heagney
20 Aug 2024, 6:58
Exeter confirm midfield signing despite Super Rugby injury setback
Chiefs fans will have to wait a while before the Super Rugby Pacific recruit is available for selection as he arrived in England w…
Liam Heagney
20 Aug 2024, 5:35
The best non-English XV in the Premiership
There was a time when the Gallagher Premiership boasted some great All Blacks and a host of South Africa stars, but times have cha…
Analysis
Josh Raisey
19 Aug 2024, 8:15
Exeter statement: Double surgery setback for Dafydd Jenkins
The 21-year-old finished out last season with three appearances for Wales on their Australian tour.
Liam Heagney
17 Aug 2024, 1:27
Exeter issue statement over links to Ugo Monye's accused racial abuser
Exeter Chiefs have issued a statement to say the accused racial abuser of Ugo Monye has "no connection" to the club.
Josh Raisey
16 Aug 2024, 9:10
Trial date announced for man accused of racially abusing Ugo Monye
A 32-year-old man is to go on trial accused of racially abusing former England international Ugo Monye.
PA
14 Aug 2024, 6:24
Exeter's 124kg signing shows off freakish strength in the gym
Exeter Chiefs' summer signing Will Goodrick-Clarke has found a way to impress his new fanbase before a match has even been played …
Josh Raisey
12 Aug 2024, 7:37
Every Premiership club's signing to watch ahead of next season
Preseason is well underway for clubs in the Gallagher Premiership, with the new season just over a month away.
Analysis
Josh Raisey
12 Aug 2024, 5:53
Fissler Confidential: Exeter see off Saracens as NRL pinch NZ Olympian
The Top 14 giants are still locked in talks with the Sharks as they look to agree on a transfer fee for the double Rugby World Cup…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
10 Aug 2024, 4:03
Ollie Devoto's move down three divisions is confirmed
National League Two West outfit Taunton have confirmed the signing of former England centre Ollie Devoto, as reported by RugbyPas…
Josh Raisey
02 Aug 2024, 7:33
England centre Henry Slade's preseason curtailed by surgery
England centre Henry Slade has undergone an operation following their drawn series with the All Blacks.
Josh Raisey
01 Aug 2024, 5:23
The best unplayed players in the Premiership who could do a 'Dupont'
Some gifted players had less than the 592 minutes of action in the 2023-24 season that a certain Antoine Dupont had in 2015-16
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Sam Larner
31 Jul 2024, 14:09
Exeter Chiefs send 5 on loan to Championship
Exeter Chiefs have sent five players on loan to Championship outfit Cornish Pirates on dual registration ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
30 Jul 2024, 6:04
Bath handed early revenge mission in Gallagher Premiership fixtures
The 2024/25 Gallagher Premiership season begins with a rerun of last year's classic final as champions Northampton take on beaten …
Jon Newcombe
23 Jul 2024, 0:30
Ex-England centre Ollie Devoto to play National League 2 rugby
Former England centre Ollie Devoto is set to take a significant step down in class as he stands on the verge of signing a contract…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2024, 8:56
Leinster flanker Martin Moloney on trial at Exeter Chiefs
Exeter Chiefs have taken Leinster’s former Ireland under-20 international blindside flanker Martin Moloney on trial during pre-s…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
22 Jul 2024, 8:13
Premier Sports set to swoop in for Champions Cup rights
If bookies had been offering odds on where the next rights to broadcast EPCR’s Champions and Challenge Cups were going they’d …
Exclusive
Brendan Fanning
19 Jul 2024, 10:59
Ex-NZ U20 centre Tamati Tua set for preseason in England with deal done
Exeter Chiefs have ended their long search for a new centre after signing up Tamati Tua, who has been the mainstay of the ACT Brum…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
17 Jul 2024, 6:35
Fissler Confidential: A big week for Stuart Hogg
Former Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg will take his first steps back into rugby when he reports for pre-season training with Montp…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
13 Jul 2024, 2:42
Greenwood discusses Slade's comeback and the recipe for RWC success
The past twelve months have been as tumultuous as they come professionally for England centre Henry Slade.Â
Interview
Josh Raisey
11 Jul 2024, 9:21
Clubless Jonny Gray snapped up by Top 14 giants
Scotland lock Jonny Gray has signed for Top 14 finalists Bordeaux-Begles ahead of next season, as reported by RugbyPass.
Josh Raisey
04 Jul 2024, 3:54
Leinster and La Rochelle to renew rivalry as Champions Cup pools named
A new chapter in the rivalry between Leinster and La Rochelle is set to be written next season after both sides were drawn in the …
Josh Raisey
02 Jul 2024, 4:07
Will Goodrick-Clarke signs a deal taking him back the Premiership
The prop was made redundant last June when London Irish folded and he opted to play second-tier rugby with a view to getting back …
Liam Heagney
14 Jun 2024, 4:36
Exeter statement: The signing of Jimmy Roots, Ethan’s young brother
His signing follows a prop exodus at the Gallagher Premiership club, a list of departures that includes former England hopeful Pat…
Liam Heagney
07 Jun 2024, 5:03
Exeter Chiefs forward Matt Postlethwaite forced to retire
Exeter Chiefs second-row Matt Postlethwaite has been forced to retire at the age of 27 on medical grounds.
Jon Newcombe
27 May 2024, 13:10
Coventry sign ex-England U20 man Aaron Hinkley a year after shock exit
Coventry have announced the signing of former England U20 flanker Aaron Hinkley.
Josh Raisey
23 May 2024, 7:20
Northampton dominate Premiership team of the season with five players
Five players from table-topping Northampton Saints have made the Premiership Rugby team of the season.
Josh Raisey
23 May 2024, 0:30
Henry Slade scoops Premiership player of the season award
England and Exeter Chiefs centre Henry Slade has been crowned the Gallagher Premiership player of the season at the Premiership Ru…
Josh Raisey
22 May 2024, 14:56
Court date set for man charged with racial harassment of Ugo Monye
A 31-year-old man is to appear in court accused of racially abusing former England international Ugo Monye.
PA
21 May 2024, 1:46
Courtney Lawes and Finn Russell on four-man shortlist for top gong
Departing Northampton Saints legend Courtney Lawes has been nominated for Gallagher Premiership player of the season.
Josh Raisey
20 May 2024, 10:00
Watch - Jasper Wiese sees red in last game for Leicester
Springbok back row Jasper Wiese signed off from Leicester Tigers with a red card after being sent off as his side beat Exeter Chie…
Ian Cameron
19 May 2024, 2:11
Exeter Chiefs were too emotional following internal tragedy in camp
.Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter felt his players may have been too emotional in the 40-22 defeat at Leicester that snuffed ou…
PA
19 May 2024, 1:01
Leicester too good for Exeter despite Jasper Wiese red card
Sale’s victory at Saracens meant the outcome at Welford Road was academic, but this was nevertheless the ideal way for eighth-pl…
PA
18 May 2024, 9:53
Fissler Confidential: Jonny May's next club and Bok forced to retire
News is reaching Fissler Confidential Towers that May is one of several players released by Premiership clubs who are waiting to s…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
18 May 2024, 0:45
Exeter statement: Henry Slade contract extension confirmed
Rob Baxter’s double-winning Premiership and Champions Cup squad of 2020 has been broken up in recent times, with numerous mainst…
Liam Heagney
16 May 2024, 4:15
Fin Richardson targeting Scotland call-up after signing for Glasgow
Glasgow Warriors have announced the signing of former Scotland U20 tighthead prop Fin Richardson from Exeter Chiefs ahead of next …
Josh Raisey
15 May 2024, 4:43
Exeter statement: Immediate effect retirement of Rory O’Loughlin
The 2023 Premiership Rugby Cup winner played his last match for the Chiefs in January, but that start in the Investec Champions Cu…
Liam Heagney
14 May 2024, 23:50
Exeter boss Rob Baxter decries 'absolute madness' despite win
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter had sympathy for Harlequins after the Chiefs stormed to a 58-26 victory at Sandy Park.
PA
11 May 2024, 13:31
Feyi-Waboso stars in Exeter win but Quins produce late play-off twist
It was a big dent to Quins' top-four ambitions, but a last-minute try by Louis Lynagh earned them a four-try bonus point that coul…
PA
11 May 2024, 12:11
Exeter statement: The confirmed exit of Ollie Devoto
No indication was given about where the 30-year-old will move following his eight seasons at Sandy Park.
Liam Heagney
09 May 2024, 10:39
Gallagher Premiership 2024/25 dates announced
Premiership Rugby have announced when the next Gallagher Premiership season will begin, with the competition getting underway on t…
Josh Raisey
09 May 2024, 1:38
Wallaby Scott Sio commits to Exeter amid prop exodus
Australia loosehead prop Scott Sio has signed a new contract with the Exeter Chiefs.
Josh Raisey
08 May 2024, 3:39
Cardiff snap up Welsh-qualified prop Danny Southworth
Cardiff have confirmed the signing of Exeter Chiefs loosehead Danny Southworth ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
07 May 2024, 7:45
Exeter Chiefs legend Gareth Steenson to leave club
Exeter Chiefs' Gareth Steenson leaving the Gallagher Premiership side after a 16-year career with the club. The 40-year-old playma…
Ian Cameron
05 May 2024, 5:23
Fissler Confidential: Wallaby medical and England prop faces axe
Exeter Chiefs will complete the signing of Hunter Paisami after the Wallaby centre underwent a medical Down Under ahead of the mov…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
04 May 2024, 4:04
Henry Slade and Exeter Chiefs smash stalemate with new deal
England outside centre Henry Slade has pledged his future to Exeter Chiefs by finally signing a new one-year contract with the opt…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
02 May 2024, 5:17
Niall Armstrong the latest player to commit to Exeter
Scrum-half Niall Armstrong has become the latest Exeter Chiefs player to sign a contract extension at Sandy Park.
Josh Raisey
30 Apr 2024, 9:28
Hunter Paisami the latest Wallaby linked with Premiership move- report
Australia and Reds centre Hunter Paisami is in the middle of a tug-fo-war between Rugby Australia and the Gallagher Premiership's …
Josh Raisey
30 Apr 2024, 2:33
Montpellier continue to build formidable pack with Abuladze signing
Georgian international Nika Abuladze is close to signing a deal with Top14 side Montpellier, moving from the Exeter Chiefs to Bern…
Francisco Isaac
30 Apr 2024, 0:54
Rob Baxter lauds 'exceptional' England duo after vital win
Exeter boss Rob Baxter hailed the contributions of England internationals Henry Slade and Immanuel Feyi-Waboso after Chiefs kept t…
PA
28 Apr 2024, 12:15
Exeter keep play-off hopes alive with bonus-point win at rivals
Exeter kept alive their Gallagher Premiership play-off hopes by brushing aside West Country rivals Gloucester 38-17 at Kingsholm.
PA
28 Apr 2024, 9:59
Newly capped Scotland prop Alec Hepburn agrees URC switch
Scotland loosehead prop Alec Hepburn will bring his time at Exeter Chiefs to a close at the end of the season after agreeing to jo…
Josh Raisey
25 Apr 2024, 7:28
Exeter Chiefs duo sign new deals
Exeter Chiefs have tied down their back three duo of Tommy Wyatt and Ben Hammersley, who have both signed new contracts.
Josh Raisey
24 Apr 2024, 7:34
Exeter Chiefs statement: The immediate effect exit of Jonny Gray
It was last December when RugbyPass reported that the Scottish forward, a 2020 Heineken Champions Cup and Gallagher Premiership do…
Liam Heagney
23 Apr 2024, 4:30
'It was a terrible feeling being here 2 weeks ago and coming up short'
Bath boss Johann van Graan described his side’s 26-14 bonus-point victory at Exeter as their best win of the season.
PA
21 Apr 2024, 3:45
Bath boost play-off push with bonus-point win at Exeter
Bath took a huge step towards securing a Premiership play-off spot with a battling bonus-point 26-14 win over Exeter...
PA
20 Apr 2024, 13:37
Fissler Confidential: Outlandish Maro Itoje rumour put to bed
You could have been forgiven for thinking April Fools Day is happening twice this year after far-fetched rumours reached Fissler C…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
20 Apr 2024, 3:57
Gladiator Jodie Ounsley walks away from rugby
Jodie Ounsley is stepping away from rugby to pursue other opportunities after securing early release from her Exeter contract.
PA
19 Apr 2024, 7:41
Former Premiership winner Will Chudley to retire at end of season
Coventry scrum-half Will Chudley has announced that he will retire from rugby at the end of the season.
Josh Raisey
17 Apr 2024, 8:03
Exeter confirm the exit of South African back-rower Aidon Davis
It was 2022 when the soon-to-be 30-year-old agreed to move to the Gallagher Premiership from the Currie Cup Cheetahs.
Liam Heagney
17 Apr 2024, 6:42
Premiership must aim to match Leinster's recruitment: Rob Baxter
Exeter boss Rob Baxter insists the Gallagher Premiership should aim to match Leinster’s ambition by developing their own ‘Fort…
PA
17 Apr 2024, 5:05
Potential Champions Cup eye-gouge creates online storm
A potential eye-gouging incident has gone viral online following Toulouse's Investec Champions Cup quarter-final victory over Exet…
Josh Raisey
15 Apr 2024, 6:59
Jack Willis' Toulouse dispose of Exeter to book date with Harlequins
Five-time champions Toulouse booked their place in the semi-finals of the Investec Champions Cup as they disposed of visiting Exet…
PA
14 Apr 2024, 9:39
Fissler Confidential: Exeter eye Welsh star as Scottish one exits
Tonga lock Vaea Fifita is being marketed to clubs in France and Japan, with the Scarlets seemingly willing to offload his estimate…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
13 Apr 2024, 2:54
England flanker Roots' 126kg brother heading for Premiership - report
England flanker Ethan Roots is set to be joined by his brother Jimmy Roots at Exeter Chiefs next season, according to the BBC.
Josh Raisey
12 Apr 2024, 9:18
Exeter name same team to face a Toulouse team forced into one change
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter has named an unchanged team to take on Toulouse on Sunday from the one that he believes…
Josh Raisey
12 Apr 2024, 8:28
14 of the biggest transfer flops in rugby union history
RG Snyman was branded the worst signing ever following Munster’s Champions Cup at the hands of Northampton Saints last weekend.
Opinion
Neil Fissler
11 Apr 2024, 7:44
Rob Baxter: New World Club Cup could cripple clubs financially
Exeter Director of Rugby Rob Baxter insists that all the numbers must add up before the idea of a World Club Cup can be properly e…
Jon Newcombe
11 Apr 2024, 2:39
Referees for the Champions and Challenge Cup quarters confirmed
The European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) has confirmed the selection of referees for this coming weekend's quarter-final matche…
Ian Cameron
08 Apr 2024, 9:08
The Bath update on Finn Russell after star injured in Exeter loss
Bath boss Johann van Graan was left to painfully reflect on injuries suffered by Scotland internationals Finn Russell and Cameron …
PA
06 Apr 2024, 11:18
Russell injured early as Feyi-Waboso inspires Exeter to win over Bath
Bath could not overcome the loss of injured fly-half Finn Russell as Exeter reached the Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals by b…
PA
06 Apr 2024, 9:16
112kg Bath flanker Hill skins England wing Feyi-Waboso over 50 metres
For a player that stands at 1.96 metres and weighs 112 kgs, Bath flanker Ted Hill showed to the rest of Europe that he can shift o…
Josh Raisey
06 Apr 2024, 8:29
Scotland and Exeter prop Alec Hepburn to join Scarlets
Scotland and former England loosehead Alec Hepburn will become the latest international to leave Exeter Chiefs when his contract r…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
06 Apr 2024, 5:48
Fissler Confidential: Leinster's up-hill battle for Taniela Tupou
Antoine Frisch pledging his international allegiances to France might not be enough to secure himself a move to one of a trio of T…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
06 Apr 2024, 4:41
Cream rising to top again in Champions Cup – Andy Goode
The Champions Cup has had its detractors in recent years but it’s still the best club competition in the world and the cream is …
Opinion
Andy Goode
06 Apr 2024, 2:00
Are English sides underdogs at the business end of Europe?
There maybe six Premiership sides still standing as we head into the Champions Cup knockout stages, but how many will progress fur…
LONG READ
Neil Squires
05 Apr 2024, 1:55
'Having a smack in the face just reminds you of how tough it is'
Exeter players have had clear-the-air discussions following their crushing Gallagher Premiership defeat by Sale – a result that …
PA
03 Apr 2024, 7:29
Ben Curry: 'People have pigeon-holed us as just bangers'
Sale captain Ben Curry is excited about what the remainder of the season might bring after seeing his side thrash Exeter in their …
PA
31 Mar 2024, 12:09
A short story about why the Championship really matters
In 1956 following a successful season as Oxford University’s fly half and an impressive performance in the Varsity Match Mike Sm…
Interview
Paul Smith
30 Mar 2024, 2:53
Sanderson: 'I am sure the players will reference it in smaller groups'
Alex Sanderson, the Sale director of rugby, will send his men out against Exeter Chiefs at the AJ Bell Stadium on a revenge missio…
Chris Jones
29 Mar 2024, 2:26
Recent England A pick Rusi Tuima signs Exeter contract extension
The 23-year-old lock, who until this season played at back row, is part of the new guard making rapid progress at the Chiefs.
Liam Heagney
27 Mar 2024, 4:00
Exeter statement: Exit of Jack Nowell's brother Frankie to Australia
Jack's brother Frankie will travel further afield as he will look to fire up his career with a stint in the Australian Shute Shiel…
Liam Heagney
27 Mar 2024, 2:27
The reason Rob Baxter was left a 'little frustrated' by Exeter win
The Chiefs had the four-try bonus-point in the bag by the break but they could not pull clear of the Falcons in the second half, a…
PA
23 Mar 2024, 12:51
Exeter beat struggling Newcastle to maintain top-four push
.Newcastle began life under new consultant director of rugby Steve Diamond with a 25-16 defeat as Exeter maintained their push
PA
23 Mar 2024, 10:45
The Rob Baxter update on the future of Henry Slade at Exeter
Slade spoke to Top 14 leaders Stade Francais after being left out of his country’s Rugby World Cup squad earlier this season, bu…
Neil Fissler
20 Mar 2024, 7:36
Exeter statement: Immanuel Feyi-Waboso contract extension
The 21-year-old from Cardiff has enjoyed a coming-of-age season at Sandy Park and his winter exploits with the Chiefs vaulted him …
Liam Heagney
20 Mar 2024, 4:06
Fissler Confidential: Tuilagi due in Bayonne, Leicester's new centre
England centre Manu Tuilagi is due in Bayonne on Monday for talks that could finally settle his future despite a double-late bid f…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
16 Mar 2024, 3:54
Wales flanker Christ Tshiunza set for return after four months out
Wales flanker Christ Tshiunza has been selected to start for Exeter Chiefs against the Royal Navy on Wednesday after over four mon…
Josh Raisey
05 Mar 2024, 7:07
Exeter statement: Tony Rowe and the alleged 'fading dynasty'
The 2020 Gallagher Premiership and European Cup double winners endured an underwhelming 2022/23 campaign, finishing seventh in the…
Liam Heagney
01 Mar 2024, 9:13
Fissler Confidential: Burns to Munster agreed as Tigers hunt Wallaby
Leicester Tigers head coach Dan McKellar is looking to go shopping in his native Australia as he endeavours to strengthen his Welf…
Exclusive
Neil Fissler
24 Feb 2024, 1:28
Immanuel Feyi-Waboso says international career decision came sooner than planned
Born and raised in Cardiff, Feyi-Waboso qualifies for England through his grandmother and the battle for his allegiance began in N…
PA
14 Feb 2024, 14:17
Glasgow sign ex England prop Patrick Schickerling
Glasgow Warriors have confirmed the signing of tighthead prop Patrick Schickerling from Exeter Chiefs ahead of next season.
Josh Raisey
07 Feb 2024, 4:39
The 13 days that have put Saracens back 'in the mix'
Mark McCall praised his side for restoring the “Saracens fundamentals†following a 40-22 victory over Exeter Chiefs which lift…
PA
28 Jan 2024, 4:43
James Hadfield stars for Saracens in entertaining win over Exeter
Saracens leapfrogged Exeter in the Gallagher Premiership table courtesy of an entertaining 40-22 victory at a packed StoneX Stadiu…
PA
27 Jan 2024, 11:58
Watch - Exiled Wales star Joe Hawkins cops ban for hit that hurt him more than ball carrier
Exiled Wales star Joe Hawkins has received a ban for an incident over the weekend in his side's 40-17 loss in the Champions Cup to…
Ian Cameron
25 Jan 2024, 8:07
Champions Cup round of 16 dates and venues confirmed
Harlequins will get the Investec Champions Cup round of 16 fixtures underway on Friday April 5 when they host Glasgow Warriors at …
Josh Raisey
25 Jan 2024, 3:53
The capped England XV potentially playing in the Top 14 next season
The trickle of England internationals making the move to the Top 14 continued on Monday as Racing 92 confirmed the signing of Sara…
Josh Raisey
23 Jan 2024, 8:16
Dafydd Jenkins paid huge compliment with comparison to Wales great
Warren Gatland has paid new Wales captain Dafydd Jenkins a major compliment by saying he expects to see him “in the mould of Alu…
PA
22 Jan 2024, 11:22
Wales captain Dafydd Jenkins avoids further action after high tackle
Wales head coach Warren Gatland will have breathed a sigh of relief today after finding out that his newly appointed captain Dafyd…
Josh Raisey
22 Jan 2024, 9:32
'I don't think England have enough quality to ignore the overseas rule'
Lawrence Dallaglio has called for England to address their current overseas rule, claiming the "financial landscape" of rugby has …
Josh Raisey
22 Jan 2024, 8:34
Exeter thumping by Bayonne sets up blockbuster with England rival
Exeter crashed to a 40-17 defeat to Bayonne in their Investec Champions Cup clash in France.
PA
22 Jan 2024, 1:53
Exeter boss gives verdict on Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's England call
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has backed “calm character†Immanuel Feyi-Waboso to make the most of his opportunity with England.
PA
18 Jan 2024, 5:45
'It serves them well to have us...' - SA teams have improved Europe
If anyone needs a stout defence for the reorganisation of the Champions Cup, the above line by John Dobson is a good place to star…
Daniel Gallan
18 Jan 2024, 4:31
Ojo asks one thing of England after Feyi-Waboso’s call-up
Former England wing Topsy Ojo is calling on head coach Steve Borthwick to give Immanuel Feyi-Waboso a chance to showcase his raw t…
Exclusive
Chris Jones
17 Jan 2024, 7:10
Exeter handed boost for Champions Cup clash after disciplinary hearing
Exeter Chiefs will be able to pick No8 Greg Fisilau this Sunday for their trip to Bayonne in the Investec Champions Cup after an i…
Josh Raisey
17 Jan 2024, 4:18
South African-born No8 Ross Vintcent makes Italy Six Nations squad
Exeter Chiefs No8 Ross Vintcent has been named in Italy's Guinness Six Nations squad by new coach Gonzalo Quesada alongside four o…
Josh Raisey
16 Jan 2024, 9:27
Alfie Barbeary cited for multiple infringements after red card
Bath No8 Alfie Barbeary has received two citing complaints for the two yellow cards he received against Racing 92 which resulted i…
Josh Raisey
15 Jan 2024, 8:54
Baxter sends warning to Champions Cup 'big guns' after qualification
Exeter’s director of rugby Rob Baxter praised his side’s resilience after seeing them secure a place in the knockout stages of…
PA
13 Jan 2024, 8:25
Exeter spared blushes at the death to hold on against Glasgow
Henry Slade’s late touchline conversion of Zack Wimbush’s try secured Exeter a 19-17 victory over Glasgow which sealed their p…
PA
13 Jan 2024, 7:43
'He is exactly the kind of guy you want as captain of your team'
Exeter lock Dafydd Jenkins could find himself in the Wales captaincy conversation ahead of this season’s Guinness Six Nations Ch…
PA
12 Jan 2024, 6:40
Wales forward Christ Tshiunza dealt injury blow ahead of Six Nations
Wales forward Christ Tshiunza has suffered a setback during his recovery from injury as the countdown continues to this season’s…
PA
10 Jan 2024, 8:34
'That is the reason why the bench looks like that' - Phil Dowson shocked by comeback
Northampton rugby director Phil Dowson struggled to sum up a remarkable Gallagher Premiership encounter against Exeter after his t…
PA
07 Jan 2024, 3:33
Ollie Sleightholme hat-trick helps Northampton beat Exeter in thriller
Ollie Sleightholme scored three tries as Northampton moved back on top of the Gallagher Premiership after staging a stunning fight…
PA
06 Jan 2024, 9:25
'Let’s be honest, players leaving doesn’t help the league' - Kvesic
Having spent 13 years at three English Premiership clubs and a brief stint in Italy with Zebre, former England international Matt …
Interview
Paul Smith
04 Jan 2024, 2:37
Bears’ accounts provide reality check for Premiership – Andy Goode
It was a brilliant festive period for the Premiership but Bristol’s latest accounts provide a stark reminder of where the league…
Opinion
Andy Goode
04 Jan 2024, 1:09
Exeter break silence on Immanuel Feyi-Waboso's international future
The Cardiff-born wing could play for either England or Wales.
PA
01 Jan 2024, 9:56
Pat Lam reveals when Premiership squad cuts are expected to be imposed
Bristol Bears director of rugby Pat Lam does not expect maximum squad sizes to be imposed on Gallagher Premiership clubs as part o…
Chris Jones
21 Dec 2023, 8:37
Exeter Chiefs' Aidon Davis to undergo chemotherapy after cancer diagnosis
Exeter’s South African forward Aidon Davis has revealed that he is to undergo cancer treatment.
PA
20 Dec 2023, 11:16
Champions Cup: Henry Slade and Damian Penaud rack up some serious stats
England and Exeter Chiefs centre Henry Slade was once again a standout performer in Investec Champions Cup, this time shining in R…
Ian Cameron
18 Dec 2023, 4:41
'Looking at their body language, I questioned whether they were shot' - Rob Baxter
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter feels his side showed “massive character†in overturning a nine-point deficit to defeat Mu…
PA
17 Dec 2023, 8:46
Exeter Chiefs sting Munster late in Sandy Park thriller
Seventeen points from Henry Slade proved the difference as Exeter defeated Munster 32-24 to register their second narrow Champions…
PA
17 Dec 2023, 7:30
Jonny Gray becomes the latest Scot to take up Top 14 deal
Scottish international Jonny Gray is set to leave Exeter Chiefs for a new challenge in France, having reportedly agreed to join To…
Ian Cameron
16 Dec 2023, 8:00
Rob Baxter weighs in on Henry Arundell debate
Henry Arundell, Jack Willis and Joe Marchant have all left the Gallagher Premiership.
PA
14 Dec 2023, 3:18
New format and English success breathe life into Champions Cup – Andy Goode
Reports of the death of the Champions Cup are greatly exaggerated, organisers have nailed the format, English clubs had their most…
Opinion
Andy Goode
12 Dec 2023, 7:28
'Exeter Chiefs represent the straight-shooting honesty of English rugby'
Rob Baxter's model showed the way on a huge Champions Cup weekend for English clubs.
LONG READ
Nick Bishop
12 Dec 2023, 3:32
Forgotten England star shines as Exeter Chiefs edge out Toulon
Henry Slade held his nerve to land a match-winning conversion with the game’s final kick as Exeter launched their Investec Champ…
PA
09 Dec 2023, 8:01
Exeter Chiefs eyeing up former England prop Goodrick-Clarke
Exeter Chiefs are looking to raid the RFU Championship in search of more forward gold, with the Devon based Gallagher Premiership …
Exclusive
Ian Cameron
08 Dec 2023, 2:32
England must follow South Africa's lead to achieve any success again
It’s fair to say that English rugby has seen better days. The now ring-fenced Premiership has been reduced to just 10 teams afte…
Opinion
Daniel Gallan
05 Dec 2023, 1:16
Bath explain their 'keeping the foot on the throat' attitude
Sam Underhill was awarded player of the match and Johann van Graan was not about to disagree with that verdict.
PA
02 Dec 2023, 11:22
The Bath resurgence continues with a six-try win over Exeter
Number eight Alfie Barbeary had his best game so far in Bath colours with two tries as they leapfrogged Exeter into the top four.
PA
02 Dec 2023, 9:57
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has issued a sin-bin warning to football
Exeter rugby director Rob Baxter has urged football’s law makers to be careful after they agreed that sin-bins should be trialle…
PA
29 Nov 2023, 4:47
'My dad would pull out a gun': How Omar Mouneimne went from a violent home to rugby stardom
The respected Exeter defence coach and former MMA fighter has charted an inspiring voyage.
LONG READ
Jamie Lyall
28 Nov 2023, 4:17
Newcastle’s Premiership misery goes on as Exeter end their wait for an away win
Exeter earned their first Gallagher Premiership away win in over a year with a 20-14 victory over Newcastle in a topsy-turvy game …
PA
26 Nov 2023, 9:32
Exeter boss Rob Baxter explains last month's 10-hour payroll delay
Exeter boss Rob Baxter has insisted there was nothing sinister behind the club’s players getting paid 10 hours late last month, …
Liam Heagney
21 Nov 2023, 2:09
Exeter working with police over Ugo Monye racism allegations
Exeter are working closely with police after former England international Ugo Monye accused a supporter of racist abuse following …
PA
20 Nov 2023, 11:34
Gloucester rue errors in last-gasp defeat at Exeter
Gloucester head coach George Skivington bemoaned his side’s late errors as they conceded 10 points in the last four minutes to l…
PA
19 Nov 2023, 13:03
Exeter Chiefs issue statement regarding Ugo Monye racism accusation
Exeter Chiefs have announced that they will be "launching a full investigation" into the accusations made by Ugo Monye that he was…
Josh Raisey
19 Nov 2023, 10:49
WATCH: Dramatic scenes as last-gasp heroics rescue Exeter
Henry Slade landed a 45-metre penalty with the last kick of the match to secure a 25-24 victory and maintain Gloucester’s misera…
PA
19 Nov 2023, 10:04
Hogg: 'I absolutely hated it... but there was method in the madness'
Stuart Hogg had just finished up an interview with his old mucker Finn Russell on Wednesday in Bath when he popped up on the Rugby…
Exclusive
Liam Heagney
19 Nov 2023, 0:48
England must follow Premiership's lead – Andy Goode
The Premiership might have its issues off the field but on the pitch it’s showing England and Steve Borthwick that the future sh…
Andy Goode
13 Nov 2023, 1:01
England hopeful inspires Northampton as Exeter's 13-month hunt for away win continues
Northampton leapfrogged visitors Exeter with a 34-19 victory at Franklin’s Gardens to move back into the top four of the Gallagh…
PA
12 Nov 2023, 9:36
Pollard to make first post-World Cup start as host of Test players return to Prem
Handre Pollard is set to make his first post-Rugby World Cup start for Leicester Tigers as a host of Test players return to action…
Kim Ekin
10 Nov 2023, 5:57
Exeter Chiefs swoop for 6'4, 120kg Jersey Reds back row Hallam Chapman
Exeter Chiefs are the latest Gallagher Premiership side to confirm the signing of an ex-Jersey Reds player, with the club confirmi…
Ian Cameron
04 Nov 2023, 7:23
Ospreys sign ex England U20 loosehead prop on loan
Exeter Chiefs loosehead prop James Kenny is set to make a move from the Gallagher Premiership to the United Rugby Championship aft…
Josh Raisey
03 Nov 2023, 3:40
Wales flanker set for 'couple of months' on sidelines despite playing on with broken bone
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter has revealed that flanker Christ Tshiunza will be out for "couple of months" after brea…
Josh Raisey
02 Nov 2023, 9:57
'Outclassed, outworked and outmuscled': Sale boss' verdict after record loss
Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson admitted his side had been “outclassed†after their biggest ever defeat to Exeter Chiefs…
PA
28 Oct 2023, 12:24
Premiership finalists Sale demolished by young Exeter outfit
Exeter showed their 11-try thrashing of defending Premiership champions Saracens on the opening day of the campaign was no fluke a…
PA
28 Oct 2023, 10:32
Jarrod Evans and Luke Northmore guide Harlequins to win over Exeter
Harlequins picked up their first league win of the Gallagher Premiership season with a hard-fought 22-14 victory over Exeter at th…
PA
22 Oct 2023, 10:42
