Ireland and Ulster's Rob Herring has signed a one-year contract extension with Ulster, keeping him at the province until the end of the 2026 season.
Herring is Ulster’s most-capped player, with 230 appearances, and has earned over 40 caps for Ireland.
Speaking after signing his new contract, the Ireland forward expressed his delight and optimism for the future of the Ulster squad.
“I’m delighted to sign with the club for another year. Belfast feels like home to me now, and it’s always an honour to wear the jersey.
“I’m enjoying my role as one of the experienced players in an exciting young squad. I look forward to competing on the pitch but also helping the next generation come through.
“There’s a lot of excitement around the squad at the moment and hopefully plenty more special days ahead.”
Ulster Rugby’s Head of Recruitment and Rugby Operations, Bryn Cunningham, emphasised Herring's importance to the team and his value as a mentor for younger players.
“Rob is a hugely influential player within the squad. He is someone who can lead and commands respect in the dressing room.
“When he plays, you can see the experience he brings and the quality in his work, particularly at set pieces. We have a number of young hookers in the squad, and there aren’t many better players to learn from and compete for minutes with than Rob.
“His leadership and mentorship will be vital in pushing Ulster forward as we look to develop a very competitive team.”
Ulster’s next game is against Ireland on Friday, November 29.
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