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Exeter Chiefs rugby performance

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The Exeter Chiefs have maintained a competitive form through their pre-season and early Premiership Rugby campaign. In a pre-season friendly at Cardiff Arms Park, the Chiefs overcame heavy rain and an early deficit to defeat Cardiff Rugby 33-28. After falling behind by two converted tries in the first 10 minutes, Exeter responded with a three-try burst before halftime, featuring scores from Greg Fisilau, Harvey Skinner, and an interception try by Stephen Varney. Director of rugby Rob Baxter praised the squad’s resilience during the comeback. Following these preparations, the Chiefs transitioned into their Premiership Rugby Cup campaign, defeating the Bristol Bears 45-21 at Sandy Park, supported by a first-half hat-trick from winger Olly Woodburn. In their Premiership Rugby season, the Chiefs faced a high-scoring defeat against Bath, losing 40-34 at The Rec. Although This West Country derby saw a total of 11 tries as both sides engaged in an intense offensive battle. Bath established a an early dominance, leading 26-10 at halftime lead, with tries from Cam Redpath, Bernard van der Linde, Dan du Preez, and Finn Russell. Exeter mounted staged a significant comeback after the restart, scoring 21 unanswered points in ten minutes second-half comeback, led by two tries from Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, to briefly take a 33-31 lead 31-26. midway through the period. However, momentum shifted back to Bath ultimately regained control following a yellow card issued to Exeter scrum-half Stephen Varney for a deliberate knock-on, which resulted in a penalty try. Ted Hill eventually scored to secure the win, though win for Bath, moving them to the top of the Gallagher Premiership table. Despite the loss, Exeter earned two bonus points, including a late penalty by Harvey Skinner. points.

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