Exeter reach last eight on try count after thrilling 33-33 draw with Montpellier

Hooker Jack Yeandle's touchdown in the final seconds of 20 minutes' added time put Exeter within striking distance, then Joe Simmonds' nerveless conversion meant Exeter progressed 5-4 on tries.
Exeter reach last eight on try count after thrilling 33-33 draw with Montpellier

CRUCIAL SCORE: Exeter Chief’s Jack Yeandle celebrates after scoring the final try during the Heineken Champions Cup round of 16 match at Sandy Park Stadium. Pic: David Davies/PA Wire.

Exeter Chiefs 33 Montpellier 33 

Exeter reached the Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals on try count after extra-time following a dramatic 33-33 draw with Montpellier at Sandy Park.

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