Dan Frost: Exeter hooker to move to Bath in summer

Bath have announced a deal to sign Exeter hooker Dan Frost in the summer.

The 27-year-old has agreed a two-year deal at the Rec after an impressive spell at Sandy Park since joining the club in 2022.

The former Bath academy player won England Under-18 recognition before joining Championship side Cornish Pirates in 2018 and then moving to Wasps, for whom he played 25 times and scored seven tries.

He joined Exeter in October 2022 after Wasps went into administration and has established himself as one of the Premiership’s leading hookers, scoring 17 tries in 48 games.

“I think it’s a really exciting time to be joining Bath and I’m hoping I can add my own strengths to the squad next season to help compete for trophies over the coming years,” Frost said.

“From a personal point, it’s exciting to be able to return to the club having gone through the academy, also to work with some great coaches who I previously worked with at Wasps.

“Whilst there is still a lot of rugby to be played at Chiefs, I’m excited for the challenge that awaits me at Bath Rugby and can’t wait to get stuck in.”

Bath’s head of rugby Johann van Graan added: “Dan is an explosive ball carrier, strong in the set piece, with the ability to be in the right place at the right time.

“What has impressed me has been his hunger to get better. Whether he is starting or an impact player he always makes a positive difference. I am looking forward to welcoming him on our journey together at Bath Rugby.”