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Exeter Chiefs suffer 31-28 defeat to Harlequins
Exeter Chiefs director of rugby Rob Baxter criticized his team's decision-making and defensive discipline following a 31-28 loss to Harlequins at Sandy Park. The defeat leaves the Chiefs with only one win from their first five Gallagher Premiership fixtures.
Harlequins established an early 14-point lead through tries from Cadan Murley and Nick David. Although Exeter responded with scores from Harry Wilson and Nika Abuladze to level the match before halftime, and Will Butt later put the hosts ahead, Harlequins regained control. Lucas Schmid scored twice for the visitors to shift the momentum back in their favor.
Despite late tries from Jack Kenningham and Olly Woodburn for the Chiefs, Harlequins secured the victory. Baxter noted that avoidable errors early in the game made the contest too easy for their opponents.
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Exeter Chiefs · Gallagher Premiership · Harlequins · Rob Baxter · Sandy Park
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Nika Abuladze scored a try for Exeter Chiefs. www.holsworthy-today.co.uk
- [● 4 SOURCES] Harlequins defeated Exeter Chiefs 31-28. www.holsworthy-today.co.uk
- [● 4 SOURCES] Jack Kenningham and Olly Woodburn scored late tries for Exeter Chiefs. www.holsworthy-today.co.uk
- [● 4 SOURCES] Cadan Murley and Nick David scored tries for Harlequins in the opening exchanges. www.holsworthy-today.co.uk
- [● 4 SOURCES] Lucas Schmid scored two tries for Harlequins. www.holsworthy-today.co.uk
- [● 4 SOURCES] Exeter Chiefs earned two bonus points during the match. www.holsworthy-today.co.uk
- [● 4 SOURCES] Rob Baxter questioned his side's decision-making and defensive discipline. www.holsworthy-today.co.uk
- [● 4 SOURCES] Exeter Chiefs have one win from their opening five Gallagher Premiership fixtures. www.holsworthy-today.co.uk