Exeter Chiefs and Bath Rugby return to Gallagher PREM Rugby action on Sunday looking to respond after painful European semifinal defeats, with playoff implications adding even more significance to the latest West Country derby.
Both clubs saw their continental campaigns end last weekend and now shift full focus toward securing strong finishes domestically.
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Exeter remain locked in a tense battle for a top-four place after back-to-back league defeats to Northampton Saints and Gloucester Rugby tightened the race beneath them. With Bristol Bears and Saracens both applying pressure, Rob Baxter’s side cannot afford another slip-up. Chiefs make a handful of changes, including the return of Josh Iosefa-Scott at tighthead prop, while Olly Woodburn comes into the back three following Immanuel Feyi-Waboso’s absence through concussion protocols.
Bath arrive with a stronger cushion in the standings but know every point remains critical in the battle for playoff positioning. The league’s highest-scoring side welcomes Joe Cokanasiga back on the wing, while Cameron Redpath is set for his 100th appearance off the bench. Finn Russell and Ben Spencer again steer a Bath attack that has consistently overwhelmed opponents this season.
Exeter’s tactical identity continues to revolve around pressure and territory, leading the PREM in retained kick percentage, while Henry Slade tops the league in both successful goals and total points scored. Bath counter with the league’s most explosive attack, leading the competition with 78 tries and 522 points, as Henry Arundell continues to average a league-best 12.4 metres per carry.
Exeter Chiefs vs. Bath Rugby Kickoff Time
Exeter Chiefs host Bath Rugby at 10:30 a.m. ET on Sunday, with Karl Dickson appointed as referee. The match is part of the Gallagher PREM Rugby schedule.
How To Watch Exeter Chiefs vs. Bath Rugby
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Exeter Chiefs Lineup vs. Bath Rugby
- Olly Woodburn
- Paul Brown-Bampoe
- Henry Slade
- Len Ikitau
- Campbell Ridl
- Harvey Skinner
- Stephen Varney
- Scott Sio
- Max Norey
- Josh Iosefa-Scott
- Dafydd Jenkins (c)
- Andrea Zambonin
- Tom Hooper
- Christ Tshiunza
- Ross Vintcent
Replacements:
- Joseph Dweba
- Ethan Burger
- Bachuki Tchumbadze
- Rusi Tuima
- Finn Worley Brady
- Tom Cairns
- Will Haydon-Wood
- Ben Hammersley
Bath Rugby Lineup vs. Exeter Chiefs
- Tom de Glanville
- Joe Cokanasiga
- Ollie Lawrence
- Will Butt
- Henry Arundell
- Finn Russell
- Ben Spencer (c)
- Francois van Wyk
- Dan Frost
- Archie Griffin
- Quinn Roux
- Ross Molony
- Ted Hill
- Sam Underhill
- Alfie Barbeary
Replacements:
- Kepueli Tuipulotu
- Beno Obano
- Thomas du Toit
- Charlie Ewels
- Guy Pepper
- Tom Carr-Smith
- Santi Carreras
- Cameron Redpath
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Rugby Union Club Rankings - May 6, 2026
- Leinster (URC) - 10-6 - Last: 1
- Stormers (URC) - 12-4 - Last: 2
- Bath Rugby (PREM) - 11-3 - Last: 3
- Bordeaux Bègles (Top 14) - 12-10 - Last: 4
- Northampton Saints (PREM) - 12-1-1 - Last: 5
- Glasgow Warriors (URC) - 11-5 - Last: 6
- Ulster (URC) - 9-7 - Last: 7
- Montpellier (Top 14) - 13-8-1 - Last: 8
- Hurricanes (SRP) - 8-2 - Last: 11
- Saitama Wild Knights (JRLO) - 15-2 - Last: 10
- Chiefs (SRP) - 8-2 - Last: 12
- Bristol Bears (PREM) - 10-4 - Last: 13
- Toulouse (Top 14) - 16-6 - Last: 14
- Toulon (Top 14) - 11-10-1 - Last: 15
- Kubota Spears (JRLO) - 14-3 - Last: 17
- Kobelco Kobe Steelers (JRLO) - 15-2 - Last: 16
- Exeter Chiefs (PREM) - 8-5-1 - Last: 9
- Reds (SRP) - 6-4 - Last: 20
- Stade Français (Top 14) - 12-9-1 - Last: 18
- Leicester Tigers (PREM) - 10-4 - Last: 21
- Pau (Top 14) - 14-8 - Last: 22
- Brumbies (SRP) - 5-6 - Last: 19
- Lions (URC) - 10-5-1 - Last: 23
- Cardiff Rugby (URC) - 10-6 - Last: 24
- Racing 92 (Top 14) - 13-8-1 - Last: 25
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