It may have been a while since Exeter Chiefs were last in Aviva Premiership action, but assistant coach Ali Hepher insists his side are “fully focused” on the task ahead…
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London Irish team to take on Newcastle – five changes
London Irish has made five changes from the side that took on Gloucester last weekend for Saturday’s Aviva Premiership clash with Newcastle at the Madejski Stadium (Kick off 12.30pm). James Buckland…
Newcastle team to take on London Irish – Eves recalled
Newcastle Falcons head coach Alan Tait has made two changes from the side that beat Exeter in the LV= Cup last week, for the trip to London Irish. Kiwi Jeremy…
Manu and Twelvetrees back for Leicester against Leeds
Leicester Tigers welcome back six senior internationals for the return to Aviva Premiership action at Leeds Carnegie on Sunday. Director of rugby Richard Cockerill includes Scott Hamilton, Alesana Tuilagi, Craig Newby…
Saints relishing a return to the Premiership
Northampton Saints today named the team that will play in tomorrow’s Aviva Premiership Rugby match against Saracens. It is the Saints’ first Aviva Premiership Rugby match in a month, and…
Saxons return to Harlequins for Chiefs clash
Tomorrow Quins not only turn their attentions to the Aviva Premiership, but also welcome back a number of players to the side. With the England Saxons players having returned from…
Delon Armitage banned until 17 March – appeal dismissed
THE appeal by Delon Armitage of London Irish against his suspension of eight weeks for conduct prejudicial to the interests of the Game was tonight dismissed by a Disciplinary Appeal…
Dave Attwood signs for Bath
Bath Rugby are delighted to announce the signing of England and Gloucester lock, Dave Attwood, on a two year contract. The 6ft 7in, 23 year old lock, originally from Bristol, has…
Chris Hala’ufia receives big ban for tackle on Shane Geraghty
London Irish back rower Chris Hala’ufia has been banned for eight weeks after being found guilty of a dangerous tackle on Shane Geraghty during the LV= Cup match on January…
Trio pledge future to Exeter Chiefs
Frenchman Nic Sestaret says he hopes to end his playing career days in Exeter after he became the latest Chiefs player to pledge his future to the Aviva Premiership club. The…