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teams.ie Editorial TeamUlster are one step away from ending a 20-year trophy drought after a commanding 29-12 victory over Exeter Chiefs in the EPCR Challenge Cup semi-final, with head coach Richie Murphy delighted by his side's attacking prowess throughout the contest. The Irish province made 14 changes to their team for the fixture but showed no signs of rust, bouncing into the match with intensity and clinical finishing to set up a final showdown. Meanwhile, off the field, Exeter Chiefs have completed a major ownership change with American billionaire Bill Foley's Cannae Holdings Inc taking over the Southwestern club, bringing significant investment to Sandy Park as the Premiership Rugby landscape continues to shift.
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Exeter approve takeover by AFC Bournemouth owners
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Exeter Chiefs members vote in favour of sale to AFC Bournemouth’s American owners
Bill Foley’s Cannae Holdings Inc expected to complete deal Billionaire Foley to provide ‘significant’ investment Exeter’s members have voted in favour of sell
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Ulster beat Exeter to reach Challenge Cup final
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