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July 1, 2026

American investors dip into English rugby as Exeter Chiefs bought by US owners of Bournemouth

By STEVE DOUGLAS
AP Sports Writer

English rugby club Exeter Chiefs is now American-owned after being bought by a U.S. investment company whose expanding portfolio already includes Premier League team Bournemouth.

Black Knight Rugby, a new subsidiary of Cannae Holdings, has completed the 100% purchase of the Chiefs, Exeter announced Tuesday.


 
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