The Simmonds Boys push for England recognition

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The Gallagher Premiership’s brutal schedule has inadvertently pushed a number of players into Eddie Jones’ eye line for England Rugby recognition. The England coach will be delighted that familiar and less familiar names have put themselves into consideration for the Autumn internationals. The intensity of two games a week has pushed certain players into form. […] READ MORE


Has Eddie Jones potted the eight ball?

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Now Billy Vunipola has been ruled out of this year’s Six Nations tournament, Sam Simmonds and Alex Dombrandt became favourites to start against France on the opening weekend. However, both players were left out of  Eddie Jones’ squad and Tom Curry started against France at number eight, not his natural position. A faltering England were […] READ MORE


Exeter Chiefs – Is it their Year in the Champions Cup?

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For the last few season pundits and fans alike have been scratching their heads as to why Exeter Chiefs failed to perform in the Champions Cup. Given their domestic prowess, a big European season appeared an inevitability. However, is it this inward and outward pressure that is causing them to stumble in Europe? This season […] READ MORE


Premiership Rugby Cup Derby-day more than just result for Exeter

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Exeter Chiefs face Bristol Bears in their final Premiership Rugby Cup group game and their Derby-Day match. They do so in the knowledge that a win is their only chance to progress to the semi-finals. However, this Premiership Rugby Cup Derby-Day is about more than just the result. With most teams using these weeks as […] READ MORE