Exeter Chiefs rally to reach Premiership final against Northampton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Exeter Chiefs secured a place in the Premiership final after a dramatic comeback, defeating Bath 27-26. Trailing 26-10, Exeter rallied to achieve their first final appearance in five years. Head coach Rob Baxter highlighted the transformation of his team from last season's struggles, marked by a heavy defeat to Gloucester. Exeter, finishing third in the league, aims to overcome Northampton in the final, a team that has previously bested them this season.
- •Exeter overcame Bath 27-26 to reach the Premiership final.
- •The Chiefs finished third in the regular season before the playoffs.
- •Last season, Exeter finished ninth and faced a historic defeat.
- •Rob Baxter emphasized the team's growth and resilience after tough times.
- •Exeter will face Northampton, who have not lost to them this season.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — 'Same players but different men' - Exeter's remarkable turnaround
- 6:19 PMBBC Sport — 'Same players but different men' - Exeter's remarkable turnaround
"Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side's rise from their worst season to a Prem final is one of his greatest achievements.
"Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side's rise from their worst season to a Prem final is one of his greatest achievements.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 6:20 PM'Same players but different men' - Exeter's remarkable turnaround
Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side's rise from their worst season to a Prem final is one of his greatest achievements.
- BBC SportJun 13, 2026, 6:19 PM'Same players but different men' - Exeter's remarkable turnaround
Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side's rise from their worst season to a Prem final is one of his greatest achievements.
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