Simmonds misses Thomond Park trip, Munster boosted by returning internationals
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyMunster host Exeter Chiefs at Thomond Park on Saturday (KO 3 pm) with the visitors holding a five-point advantage heading into the tie. Sam Simmonds misses the second leg of the Champions Cup...
A World XV of players who COULD transfer to another test team this year
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn a groundbreaking move, the World Rugby Council approved an amendment to the sport’s national team representation laws late last year. This amendment will now permit an international player...
Premiership disciplinary news
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter Chiefs’ Alec Hepburn and Worcester Warriors Rory Sutherland will appear before an independent disciplinary panel tomorrow (Tuesday 11 January 2022). Hepburn received a red card in the first...
SCENES: Marcus Smith seals a thrilling win for Quins with two telling kicks
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbySome Marcus Smith magic sealed a thrilling late 14-12 victory over Exeter Chiefs in a replay of last season's Final. The Quins pivot perfectly weighted a cross-kick out to centre Andre Esterhuizen...
'This is 2005 Lions tour isn't' - Alec Hepburn shown a straight red card against Harlequins
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyExeter Chiefs prop Alec Hepburn was shown a straight red card for this dangerous and reckless clearout on Joe Marler on Saturday. On the commentary for BT Sport, Ugo Moyne likened the clear out...
A World XV of players who COULD transfer to another test team in 2022
2 years ago by Ultimate RugbyIn a groundbreaking move, the World Rugby Council approved an amendment to the sport’s national team representation laws. This amendment will now permit an international player to transfer...
Jack Nowell starts over Hogg for Exeter's semi-final against Sale Sharks
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFor a sixth successive season, Exeter will line-up for a last-four showdown, knowing they are just one step away from running out at Twickenham in the end of the season showpiece. Exeter Chiefs...
Two Lions in Exeter Chiefs' pack, Hill out with a 'niggle'
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRob Baxter has called on his Exeter Chiefs side to maintain their push for the Premiership play-offs with another big performance against visiting Worcester Warriors on Saturday. “We...
Jack Nowell starts for Exeter's trip to Ashton Gate
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyRob Baxter has handed Jack Nowell his first start for Exeter Chiefs since the Premiership final in October. Nowell made his first appearance of the season last weekend...
Jack Nowell returns for Exeter clash with Wasps
3 years ago by Ultimate RugbyFollowing their loss in the Champions Cup to Leinster, Exeter return to action as they host Wasps. The home side’s cause will be boosted by the news that England and British Lions winger...
