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Bordeaux Bègles are on a roll in the European Champions Cup, with their impressive performance against Toulouse showcasing their strength. Their ability to score 25 unanswered points in the second half was a testament to their depth and strategy. The French team's bench made a significant impact, with players like Ben Tameifuna making a key difference at the breakdown and adding a crucial try.Despite their dominance, other teams still have a chance to stop them. Bath Rugby, who recently overcame Northampton Saints in a thrilling quarter-final, have a contrasting style that could potentially counter Bordeaux's modus operandi. Bath's tighthead Thomas du Toit and scrum-half Finn Russell could provide a strong challenge to Bordeaux's backline.Exeter Chiefs also had a remarkable win in their Challenge Cup quarter-final, coming from behind to beat Benetton 44-41. Their ability to hang tough in the final quarter and secure crucial kicks will be essential in their upcoming match against Ulster.The semi-final matchups are set to be intense, with Bath facing Bordeaux Bègles and Exeter Chiefs taking on Ulster. Will Bordeaux continue their winning streak, or will one of these teams manage to pull off an upset?

Former England rugby prop Mako Vunipola has confirmed he will be joining Leicester Tigers this summer. The 35-year-old, who has 79 England caps and was part of three British & Irish Lions tours, will reunite with his former England teammate and Leicester head coach, Geoff Parling.Vunipola, currently playing for Vannes in France's ProD2, has opted to extend his career by a year with the Tigers. Parling expressed his excitement about Vunipola's addition, highlighting his experience and skill as valuable assets to the team.“He was hungry for the chance to come back to the Prem and finish in the comp he knows best,” Parling said. The signing is seen as a significant boost to Leicester's pack for the upcoming season.Vunipola spent 13 years of his career at Saracens and will also mentor Leicester's academy youngsters with a view to a possible future coaching career.“It still hasn’t sunk in,” Vunipola said. “It’s something I would never have envisaged but I am honoured to be part of this prestigious club. Tigers are an incredibly well‑supported club and their fans are so passionate about their rugby.”In other rugby news, Exeter Chiefs have announced the signing of Sam Harris from Bath on a two-year deal. Additionally, Leinster and South Africa have been dealt a blow with RG Snyman likely to be out for the rest of the year due to a knee injury.