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Gloucester wanted to lay down marker - Lake

Gloucester started their new campaign strongly by defeating Exeter away from home, following a disappointing previous season where they struggled to secure victories and finished in eighth place. New acquisitions featured heavily in the starting lineup, including international skippers alongside fresh faces, with the squad displaying dominant defensive work through high tackle counts and crucial turnovers.

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