By Coventry Rugby 
Coventry Rugby have confirmed their squad to face Exeter Chiefs XV in their final pre-season fixture at Butts Park Arena on Saturday 20th September (15:00 KO).
After back-to-back pre-season victories, including last weekend’s 61–26 triumph over Caldy RFC, Alex Rae’s side will be looking to finish their preparations on a high against a strong Exeter outfit. The match provides one final opportunity to fine-tune combinations, test depth across the squad, and build momentum ahead of the new Champ Rugby campaign.
Starting XV
- Aristot Benz-Salomon
- Jordon Poole
- Matt Johnson
- Dan Green
- Senitiki Nayalo
- Mackenzie Graham
- Tom Ball
- Morgan Strong
- Sam Maunder
- Josh Thomas
- Api Bavadra
- Morgan Adderly-Jones
- Oli Morris
- Peter Sullivan
- Tom Bacon
Replacements
Keston Lines
Toby Trinder
Suva Ma’asi
Eliot Salt
Jack Shine
Dylan Morris
Onisivoro Sukani Nayagi
Chester Owen
Josh Barton
Tommy Mathews
Dafydd Rhys-Tiueti
Taio Varndell
With a powerful pack led by Senitiki Nayalo and Tom Ball, Coventry will look to establish dominance up front, while the backline features plenty of attacking threat with Api Bavadra, Oli Morris and Peter Sullivan providing pace and creativity.
The extended 27-man squad gives Alex Rae and his coaching team the chance to rotate, experiment, and ensure players are match-ready for the season opener.
Supporters at Butts Park Arena can expect an afternoon of fast-paced rugby as Coventry look to sign off their pre-season in style against Premiership opposition.
Tickets available at www.coventryrugby.co.uk/tickets/
