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Exeter Chiefs have added to their front row depth with the signing of prop Khwezi Mona ahead of the 2025/26 season.

The 32-year-old front rower makes the move to Devon from South African franchise, Hollywoodbets Sharks. Having made more than 50 appearances for the Sharks, this will be Mona’s first foray into Gallagher PREM competition.

“I’ve always respected Chiefs’ history and the hardworking culture that led them to conquer Europe,” Mona said.

“This is the kind of team and environment I want to be a part of. I’m excited to learn from the coaches, contribute on...

Rugby teams across the UK are being given the exciting opportunity to win a brand-new Canterbury rugby kit for their squad, thanks to Howden Insurance’s #ShowUsYourTeamPride competition.

Open from 14th July to 4th August, this nationwide initiative is aimed at grassroots clubs of all sizes and age groups, offering the chance to kick off the new season in professional-quality gear.

To enter, clubs simply need to post a photo or video on social media that captures their team pride and spirit. Posts must tag @howdeninsurancelocaluk, include the hashtag #ShowUsYourTeamPride...

A formidable new season of Gallagher PREM rugby awaits as our 2025/26 fixture list has now been confirmed.

Exeter Chiefs launch into the new campaign on the road to Northampton Saints at cinch stadium Franklin’s Gardens in round one on Sunday, 28 September.

That’s before rugby returns to Sandy Park with Newcastle Falcons on Saturday, 4 October. After a trip to near neighbours Bristol Bears in round three, the month draws to a close with back-to-back home games against Harlequins and Gloucester.

Sale Sharks in Manchester is the lone league fixture in November...

Exeter Chiefs have completed the signing of young Georgian international prop, Bachuki Tchumbadze, ahead of the 2025/26 season.

The 23-year-old front rower moves to Devon to play his club rugby outside of his native Georgia for the first time in his career.

“I really enjoy English rugby, and I’m truly honoured to have the opportunity to be a key part of the Exeter Chiefs,” Tchumbadze said.

“I’m well aware of the crucial role that forwards play in the team’s system, and I’m really looking forward to making my debut in the Premiership.”

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Princesshay is delighted to announce that it has been awarded official city centre fanzone status for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 this August and September.

Rugby fans will be able to gather and watch all the action in Princesshay Square where live coverage will be shown on a big screen each day of the tournament including all the matches hosted at Sandy Park staring on Friday 22nd August when the tournament officially begins.

Spectators will have a mix of seating options within the free and accessible fan zone including bean bags, deck chairs and picnic benches...

Exeter Chiefs and Louie Gulley have put pen to paper on a senior contract for the young hooker ahead of the 2025/26 season.

Gulley, who was one of four Chiefs players included in England’s 2024 World Rugby U20 Championship winning squad, signs the contract with his hometown club after another stellar season with EURFC.

“I’m unbelievably excited to have signed a contract,” Gulley said. “It’s truly a dream come true for me. Playing in the pre-season friendly double header was a cool experience and I’m looking forward to my future at Chiefs.”

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Exeter Chiefs tighthead prop Josh Iosefa-Scott has agreed a new two-year contract with the club.

A colossal force in the Chiefs’ front row, the 145kg prop brings an immoveable quality to the Exeter scrum and defensive line. His confrontational playing style often helps to bring some grit to the Chiefs performance.

“It was a pretty easy decision for me to re-sign,” Iosefa-Scott said. “The environment is strong and the lads we have here are unbelievable. From this season we can grow, and I think we can achieve a lot of good things, so I want to be a part of that.”...

Exeter Chiefs Women’s No 8 Rachel Johnson has announced her intention to retire from the club and rugby in the PWR.

The USA Eagle is committed to the Pacific Four Series (PAC4) in May and Rugby World Cup in August and September later this year but will not be returning to the English league for the 2025/26 season.

Almost an original, as she began her Chiefs career in the January of the first season in the league, Johnson has gone on to play 64 times for the club while juggling international absences at the 2021 World Cup, PAC4 and WXV tournaments.

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Ronin, a community programme participant from the award-winning Premiership Rugby HITZ education and employment programme, was recently awarded the HITZ Young Achiever Award 2024 at the annual HITZ awards ceremony.

Honoured for overcoming a range of challenges and working the hardest to progress on his journey in education, training and developing life skills to increase his chances of employment, Ronin will now be celebrated during Community Weekend Round 7 of Gallagher Premiership Rugby (29th Nov - 1st Dec).

For 18 year old Ronin, from Broadclyst, Exeter, it has been a...

A remarkable individual, Ronin, from Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club is set to be honoured for his extraordinary achievements both on and off the pitch at the prestigious Premiership Rugby HITZ Awards 2024, taking place on 20th November at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham.

HITZ, Premiership Rugby’s flagship education and employability programme, has been transforming lives for 16 years, empowering young people to make lasting, positive changes.

Every year, it reaches over 2,000 young people aged 14–24 across England, using rugby’s core values to equip them with essential life...