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Slade return could give Exeter winning edge - Baxter
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Thursday, 24 October 2024 03:15
Henry Slade's return to the Exeter side could make the difference they need to end their losing streak, says boss Rob Baxter.The Chiefs have equalled their club-record run of five successive Premiership losses after Friday's defeat at Newcastle and sit bottom of the table.Slade, who had shoulder surgery over the summer, has been given permission by England to play in…
Bristol's home form an 'annoyance' - boss Lam
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Thursday, 24 October 2024 01:45
Bristol's home form is an "annoyance", director of rugby Pat Lam has admitted as the club looks to end its Ashton Gate win drought against Northampton on Friday. The Bears have won their three away games so far this season but lost both of their home matches, by three points to Gloucester and two points to Saracens. Their last home…
Ireland caps still 'the big goal' for Stockdale
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Wednesday, 23 October 2024 22:19
Stockdale also relishes the "good competition" he shares with New Zealand-born Lowe, who has won 33 caps having made his Ireland debut in November 2020."You'd probably love me to say 'no, I hate him!' but no, I really like Lowey," said Stockdale."He's a great fella and someone I bounce off a lot. We have a good bit of craic together.…
Townsend 'angry' & 'disappointed' by Gray's Scotland absence
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Wednesday, 23 October 2024 11:17
Gray would not have been available to face Fiji on 2 November anyway, because that match falls outside of the usual Test window.But the former Glasgow Warriors and Exeter Chiefs player could have faced South Africa, Portugal, and Australia, while missing just one club match."He's come back from a really tough injury and missed almost 18 months," Townsend added. "But…
Saracens sign back Swiel as injury cover
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Wednesday, 23 October 2024 08:53
Saracens have signed versatile back Tim Swiel on a short-term deal to cover for the injured Louie Johnson.The 31-year-old, who can play at fly-half or full-back, was most recently with Edinburgh but trained with Saracens last season.Swiel also had spells at Premiership clubs Harlequins and Newcastle Falcons, as well as Western Province and Stormers in South Africa and Japanese side…
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