Exeter Chiefs acquire US investors to enhance rugby program
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 9:12 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Exeter Chiefs chairman Tony Rowe announced on July 1, 2026, that new American investors from Cannae Holdings and Black Knight Rugby have completed their takeover. The investment aims to maximize the salary cap and strengthen both the men's and women's teams. Rowe, who remains as chief executive, expressed confidence in using the funds to recruit new players after a recent Premiership final appearance. While the women's team has yet to secure a domestic title, significant improvements are planned. Exeter Chiefs lost to Northampton in the Premiership final in June.
- •Cannae Holdings completes acquisition of Exeter Chiefs.
- •Rowe plans to spend up to the salary cap for player recruitment.
- •Exeter's women's team to receive additional funding.
- •Exeter reached the Premiership final but lost to Northampton.
- •Rowe hopes to gain expertise from other teams in Black Knight's portfolio.
- 9:12 AMYahoo Sports — New US owners can make Chiefs 'best club in the world'
"Chiefs chairman Tony Rowe says new American investors will maximise the salary cap and invest in women's game.
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