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Gloucester scores seven tries to defeat Exeter 45-24 in opener

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Gloucester scores seven tries to defeat Exeter 45-24 in opener
Summary

Gloucester Rugby achieved a significant 45-24 victory over Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park on September 26, 2026. The Cherry and Whites scored seven tries, with notable performances from Dewi Lake and Ben Loader, who both contributed two tries. Gloucester's performance follows a season where they struggled significantly, finishing eighth with only one road win. The defeat marks a challenging start for Exeter, last year's runners-up, who garnered only a bonus point from this match.

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  • •Gloucester scores seven tries to stun Exeter Chiefs.
  • •Dewi Lake and Ben Loader each score twice for Gloucester.
  • •Exeter finishes with four tries but only earns a bonus point.
  • •Gloucester had a poor previous season, finishing eighth in the league.
  • •This match marks Gloucester's first win in Devon since 2015.
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  • 4:26 PMYahoo Sports — Gloucester shock Exeter for superb victory
  • 4:22 PMBBC Sport — Gloucester shock Exeter for superb victory
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Gloucester produce an outstanding display in scoring seven tries to win 45-24 at last season's runners-up Exeter Chiefs.

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Gloucester produce an outstanding display in scoring seven tries to win 45-24 at last season's runners-up Exeter Chiefs.

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