On Saturday, August 8th, England’s Exeter Chiefs made history when Zach Kibirige scored a try in their Super Rugby AU match against Western Force. This was the first time an English player had scored a try in the Australian competition, and it was a momentous occasion for both the team and the player.
Zach Kibirige, who joined the Exeter Chiefs in 2019, is a winger who has been playing professional rugby since he was 18 years old. He has represented England at U20 level and was part of the England Saxons squad in 2016. He has also played for Newcastle Falcons and Wasps in the Premiership.
The match between Exeter Chiefs and Western Force was a close one, with both teams playing hard and pushing each other to the limit. The match was tied at 20-20 with only minutes to go when Kibirige scored his try. He received the ball from teammate Sam Simmonds and ran it in for the score, giving Exeter Chiefs a 27-20 lead. The team held on to that lead and won the match.
Kibirige’s try was a historic moment for both the Exeter Chiefs and English rugby. It showed that English players can compete at the highest levels of rugby and that they can make an impact in international competitions. It also showed that the Exeter Chiefs are a team to be reckoned with in Super Rugby AU.
Kibirige’s try was a momentous occasion for everyone involved. It showed that English players can compete at the highest levels of rugby and that they can make an impact in international competitions. It was also a great moment for Kibirige himself, as he continues to make his mark on the game of rugby.
