Exeter defeats Bath in dramatic Prem semi-final at the Rec
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:47 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Exeter beat Bath 27-26 in a tense Premiership semi-final on June 15, showcasing dramatic moments, including a controversial decision by Bath's stand-in fly-half Santi Carreras not to attempt a drop-goal. After a strong comeback from Bath, Exeter's defense held firm, leading to their advancement to the final. The match featured significant fan interactions and highlighted missed opportunities for Bath. Exeter's coach Rob Baxter noted the importance of player availability for the upcoming final next Saturday.
- •Exeter scores a narrow 27-26 victory over Bath in the semi-final.
- •Santi Carreras opts against a drop-goal opportunity late in the match.
- •Bath's defense fails to exploit space, missing a key chance to score.
- •Immanuel Feyi-Waboso, sidelined with injury, supports Exeter from the stands.
- •Exeter prepares for the final next Saturday with player availability in focus.
- 2:47 PMBBC Sport — Prem talking points: Bath's missing drop-goal, Feyi-Waboso's shower & Pollock's revenge
"A captivating pair of Prem semi-finals featured drama, defiance and thrown drinks in the stands as Exeter and Northampton prevailed.
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