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‘Masterstroke’ Welsh signing leads wild celebrations as rave reviews are in

The Wales internationals were at the centre of the dressing room celebrations after a stunning performance

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 8:47 AM
‘Masterstroke’ Welsh signing leads wild celebrations as rave reviews are in
Key Things to Know
  • Gloucester defeated Exeter Chiefs 45-24 in their Premiership Rugby season opener at Sandy Park.
  • Dewi Lake scored two tries and was named player of the match on his Gloucester debut.
  • Jac Morgan made a game-high 20 tackles during the 80-minute contest.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan starred on their Premiership Rugby debuts for Gloucester, leading the team to a 45-24 victory against Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park. Lake, appointed club captain by director of rugby George Skivington, scored two tries and was named player of the match. Morgan played the full 80 minutes and registered a match-high 20 tackles in the opening-weekend win.

Following the match, the two Wales internationals led post-game dressing room celebrations by singing the club's victory song. Skivington praised their humility and leadership, while media pundits including Stuart Barnes and Chris Ashton lauded Lake's impact as an outstanding signing for Gloucester.

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