Chiefs cruise to win over Quins
1 decade ago by Planet RugbyExeter produced a dominant display to see off Harlequins 36-13 at Sandy Park, and establish themselves as play-off contenders. More to follow. . . The scorers:For Exeter:Tries: Waldrom, Yeandle,...
Exeter Chiefs and England wing Jack Nowell twice the threat after surgery restores full power to left leg
1 decade ago by Telegraph Rugby NewsJack Nowell, the son of a Newlyn trawlerman, was one of the stars of last season, with his Cornish back-story, his rat’s tail haircut, his arm-length seaman’s tattoo, his bustling energy and...
Aviva Premiership 2014/2015: Round 4 Predictions
1 decade ago by The Rugby BlogLondon Welsh vs GloucesterBoth sides had huge upheaval over the off season and both of their performances on the pitch so far have reflected that. London Welsh simply have to find a way to shut the floodgates...
Rugby World Cup Stock Check: 360 days to go
1 decade ago by The Rugby BlogWith just under a year to go, who enhanced their chances of featuring at Rugby World Cup 2015 at the weekend, and who did themselves no favours?GOING UPChris RobshawHarlequins, England Answered his critics...
Premiership player analysis: Sam Hill and Henry Slade, Exeter Chiefs
1 decade ago by Rugby WorldAs England boss Stuart Lancaster searches for his first-choice centre combination, youngsters Sam Hill and Henry Slade are impressing in the Exeter Chiefs midfield. We analyse their roles in a 25-22 defeat...
Henry Purdy hungry for more after bittersweet debut
1 decade ago by Gloucestershire EchoHENRY Purdy is determined to hang onto the number 13 jersey after a bittersweet Premiership debut. The Junior World Championship winner deputised for injured Henry Trinder as Gloucester slipped to a 25-22...
VIDEO: Henry Slade delighted to sign new deal at Exeter Chiefs
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoHenry Slade admitted he was delighted to have signed a new three-year deal at the Exeter Chiefs. Slade, who is one of the emerging England stars in the Chiefs squad, said it was a “pleasure” to be...
Aviva Premiership 2014/2015: Round 3 Predictions
1 decade ago by The Rugby BlogGloucester vs ExeterThe weekend kicks off with an intriguing West Country derby. Gloucester showed much resilience to bounce back from their opening day humbling to beat Sale, especially after falling...
Aviva Premiership Round 2: 5 things we learned
1 decade ago by The Rugby Blog1. Competition for placesStuart Lancaster must be scratching his head. In several positions, the opening two rounds of the Premiership have seen some real strength in depth emerge. Will Fraser was...
Henry Slade: Signs are positive for Exeter Chiefs
1 decade ago by Exeter Express & EchoThey may have lost against Leicester, but Exeter Chiefs' Henry Slade thinks they can go on to have a good season if they continue to show improvements. The Sandy Park outfit were brought down to earth...
