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Josh Bassett, con Billy Searle
Image source, Getty ImagesWhat a response?! Christian Wade gathered the restart, and again Wasps showed attacking vision - this time through new fly-half Billy Searle.
He spotted acres of space in behind the Exeter right edge defence, threaded a great kick and it was finished off by Josh Bassett.
Searle added the extras, what a flying start to this game!
Santiago Cordero, con Gareth Steenson
Image source, Rex FeaturesExeter do make the position count, and it wasn't from the set-piece move.
The Chiefs maul was held up and the ball was sublimely switched across field from left to right, great late hands freeing up Santiago Cordero, who stepped across brilliantly.
Super try to get the Chiefs back in it.
Wasps 7-0 Exeter
Wasps concede a penalty at the breakdown. Just too eager for their own good.
Gareth Steenson rakes one to touch. Opportunity here for Exeter within range. In the 22.
Wasps 7-0 Exeter
Elliot Daly had a clearing kick charged down at point-blank range. Wincingly so. However, Exeter could not make anything of the chance as the ball is knocked-on.
Still, early days here. We know how dangerous the Chiefs are when they hit their groove.
Wasps 7-0 Exeter
Paul Grayson
Former Lions and England fly-half on BBC Radio 5 live
Wasps have started so quickly, Dan Robson is there with every breakdown like a rocket.
Wasps 7-0 Exeter
Wasps really not allowing Exeter to settle. They are harrassing at the breakdown and have turned the ball over on a couple of occasions.
Exeter desperate to get a grasp of the ball and build some phases. Consumate start by Dai Young's hosts.
Elliot Daly, con Billy Searle
Image source, Rex FeaturesElliot Daly scores a try out of nothing, sensational step in midfield and scorched through to finish. Wasps hit the front and Exeter look shellshocked.
Individual brilliance.
Wasps 0-0 Exeter
First couple of exchanges between the two sides see Wasps start with a bit of punch.
Happy to kick behind early, turn the Chiefs round. Stu Townsend has twice box-kicked, with Wasps pouring forward in reply.
Bright start from the hosts.
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Image source, BBC SportWe've got all the action covered this afternoon on both BBC local radio and two live commentaries on BBC Radio 5 live.
As well as the four Premiership matches, there's also coverage of Bedford against Jersey in the RFU Championship.
Make your listening choice at the top of the page by searching through the Live Coverage options.
Image source, BBC SportWasps 0-0 Exeter
The Wasps mascot 'Sting' is ready for this afternoon's game.
I'm just glad I've not seen one that big in my garden this summer - there have been plenty of them!
Image source, BBC SportWasps 0-0 Exeter
So, the time has come. The repeat of the 2017 Premiership final is about to go.
Our referee Christophe Ridley is a relative newbie, as although he is a former player it's only his seventh game in charge in the middle. He draws on his whistle and in the raucous Ricoh atmosphere, we're under way.
Image source, BBC SportWasps v Exeter (14:00 BST)
The PA system appears to be playing the sound of buzzing wasps, it's a bit unsettling. Meanwhile, the fans are bubbling with anticipation.
Exeter's players have stalked down the tunnel. Now come Wasps. They emerge to a huge roar from the home support to the sound of AC/DC's 'Back in Black'. Proper tune.
Image source, Getty ImagesToday also marks the start of the new Premier 15s season.
In April, Saracens beat Harlequins to win the inaugural title and with the league being ring-fenced for the first three seasons, the other nine sides are all looking to catch up after many went on massive opening-season learning curves.
Sara Orchard's team-by-team guide has everything that you need to know, read it HERE.
Wasps v Exeter (14:00 BST)
Yep, it's one of a few match-ups to catch the eye that one this afternoon. Brad Shields, who impressed in Super Rugby, gets a first Premiership hit-out against Don Armond, Matt Kvesic and Sam Simmonds - back-rowers who have England honours and are desperate to prove they are worth a spot.
Should be a belter. Kick-off not far away.
Wasps v Exeter (14:00 BST)
Natasha Hunt
England World Cup winning scrum-half on BBC Radio 5 live
Image source, Getty ImagesThe build-up to Brad Shields making his debut for Wasps has been massive, there will be a lot of pressure on him to come out and perform.
It's going to be interesting to see if he can live up to all of the hype surrounding him at the moment but i'm sure that he will go out thrive in the Premiership.
Wasps v Exeter (14:00 BST)
Chris Jones
BBC rugby union commentator on BBC Radio 5 live
Exeter have continued on that wave since that epic 2017 Premiership final against Wasps.
As for Wasps they haven't reached the heights of that season, there will be a bit of pressure on Dai Young and his men this season.
Wasps v Exeter (14:00 BST)
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We're still in the early phases of the Premiership grind, but already the onus is on for players to put themselves in the frame for the forthcoming Autumn Internationals.
So our question this afternoon is... which player from your club deserves to pique the interest of Eddie Jones, Warren Gatland, Gregor Townsend or Joe Schmidt?
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Leicester v Newcastle (15:00 BST)
Rob Vickerman
England Sevens player at Welford Road for BBC Radio 5 live
Image source, Rob Vickerman“I’ve just seen Geordan Murphy walking around the stands looking really relaxed.
“I had a chat [with him] saying, ‘I imagine you’ve been asked the same questions a lot this week?’
"He said, ‘yeah you wouldn’t believe it. My phone has been melting'.
“But he really was relaxed, really confident in how he’s talking and wants the guys to go out and just express themselves.
“They know they’ve underperformed and he’s certainly someone who knows this club inside and out and he’s just telling them to go back out and enjoy it.”
Leicester v Newcastle (15:00 BST)
On Monday, Leicester made an official club statement and in it they announced the departure of head coach Matt O’Connor with immediate effect. O’Connor had started his second spell at the club in the closing rounds of the 2016-17 Premiership season.
Leicester Tigers club chairman Peter Tom CBE said that the "time is right to make this change in the best interests of the Tigers moving forward".
Geordan Murphy has stepped up as interim head coach and, the man who won the Premiership eight times and the European Cup twice with the side, is charged with turning around their fortunes swiftly.
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