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I couldn't see myself with another badge - Chessum

Ollie Chessum says he could not imagine playing for another club after extending his deal with Leicester Tigers.

I couldn't see myself with another badge - Chessum

Ollie Chessum, a 26-year-old England and British and Irish Lions lock, has committed to Leicester Tigers for another two years. The deal is reportedly worth £500,000 per season. Chessum, who became the club's captain during his second season, expressed his love for the team and the decision not to wear another club's badge. He has made 89 appearances for Leicester since joining the Tigers' academy in 2020.

Chessum's leadership has been instrumental in Leicester's recent success, including two consecutive Premier League victories.

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