Exeter Chiefs have signed a powerhouse Australia international

byRugby Rucker

, Hooper will head to the United Kingdom, joining a growing contingent of Aussie talent at Exeter. He’ll link up with veteran Scott Sio, who now captains the English Premiership side.

Tom Hooper, the 23-year-old Australian forward who bulldozed
two All Blacks to score that unforgettable try in Dunedin, is set to trade the Brumbies for the Exeter Chiefs later this year.

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The powerhouse performance not only earned him a spot in the 2023 World Cup squad but cemented his reputation as one of rugby’s rising stars.

Wallabies Comeback Short-Lived
After impressing for Australia A in November, Hooper caught the eye of Joe Schmidt, earning a recall to the Wallabies squad. Despite a stellar showing, it seems Australian fans won’t be seeing him in gold again anytime soon.

Exeter Chiefs Snag Another Wallaby
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This move not only boosts the Chiefs' pack but signals yet another blow to Australia’s ability to retain top-tier talent.

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