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Leicester Tigers Triumph in Prem Rugby Cup Final

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Leicester Tigers triumphed in the Prem Rugby Cup final, securing their first trophy since 2022 with a resounding 66-14 victory over Exeter Chiefs. The win was fueled by ten tries, including two from prop Archie van der Flier. The teams depth, featuring around fifty players under 23, was a significant factor in their success. Van der Flier highlighted the collective effort, crediting the group for their tough matches leading to the final. The cup provided a platform for young talents like van der Flier, who earned an England A cap after strong performances. Looking ahead, Leicester aims to blend their physicality with more attacking flair, excited to move the ball when opportunities arise.

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Leicester Tigers Triumph in Prem Rugby Cup Final

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Leicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Leicester Tigers Triumph in Prem Rugby Cup Final. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

I'm Cory with the story, bringing you the latest from Lester News today. Lester Tigers dominated Exeter Chiefs with a 66-14 victory in the Primred Becup Final at Welford Road on Sunday. It marked their first trophy since 2022, powered by 10 tries, including two from Prop Archie Vander Flyer. The win highlighted the team's deep squad, with around 50 players featuring across the tournament. Many were young talents under 23, getting valuable game time in this competition designed to develop prospects. Vander Flyer praised the collective effort, noting how everyone stepped up when needed. He credited the group for tough matches leading to the final, and felt they owed a lot to those who contributed along the way. The cup has been key for emerging players, like the 23-year-old Vander Flier, who earned an England, a cap after strong starts here. It provided a competitive stage without the full-premiership pressure. Looking ahead, Lester blends their core physicality and set-piece strength with more attacking

flair. Vander Flyer emphasized that the basics create chances, but they're excited to move the ball when opportunities arise thanks to skilled backs. The Daily News Now is grateful to our sponsor for today's episode. Your bedtime ritual just got better. Built-in Sound, Built-in Comfort, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-K-L-O.com.

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