In what was a thrilling encounter, Exeter Chiefs put on a clinical display of rugby to overpower the Cape Town Stormers and book a place in the European Champions Cup semi-finals. The Chiefs started off strongly and never let the Stormers settle into the game, as they scored four tries while limiting their opponents to just one. This marks the first time that Exeter has made it to the semi-finals of the tournament, and they will be relishing the chance to go even further in their quest for European glory.
Exeter Chiefs produced a stunning performance to beat South Africa’s Stormers 45-22 in the quarter-finals of rugby’s Champions Cup. The Chiefs stormed into a 28-0 lead in the first 45 minutes, thanks in part to four stunning tries from Tom Wyatt, Jack Nowell, Olly Woodburn and Sam Simmonds. In the second half, the Stormers did stage a comeback but were no match for the West Country side’s smart tactical options, execution under pressure, and sheer desire. Exeter’s faithful replacement hooker, Jack Yeandle, added two more tries, and the young scrum-half, Tom Cairns, went over for the sixth. Despite pre-game predictions, the visitors’ all-Springbok front row failed to make an impact. Exeter, who won the competition in 2017, will now face either La Rochelle or Saracens in the semi-finals.
The victory was one of the great rugby occasions and surpassed expectations for the Chiefs, who have seen off several big-name visitors to Devon over the years. The impressive win also confounded pre-game forecasts of the visitors’ dominance. The result helped lift a side that has struggled with Covid-related setbacks, with several players leaving at the end of the season. Despite this, the Chiefs have rejuvenated and are proving an increasingly glorious exception to the average season for English rugby.
In conclusion, Exeter Chiefs put on a masterclass performance to dominate the Stormers in the quarterfinals of the Champions Cup. The boys from the Premiership made it clear that they are one of the top teams in Europe with an impressive 57-20 victory. With this win, Exeter sealed a spot in the semi-finals and continue their journey towards lifting the coveted Champions Cup. The Chiefs will be hoping to replicate this form in the next round as they aim to progress to the final. All eyes will be on the Devon outfit as they look to make history in this year’s competition.
