Tuesday 22 November 2016 15:19, UK
Gloucester hooker Richard Hibbard has agreed a new contract to remain at Kingsholm.
The 32-year-old hooker is in his third season with the Cherry and Whites after moving from Ospreys in the summer of 2014 and has made 56 appearances for the club in which he has scored three tries.
Hibbard has also played 38 times for Wales and made three appearances for the British and Irish Lions during their 2013 tour to Australia.
Gloucester director of rugby David Humphreys said: "Richard is another key signing for us. We knew we were bringing in an international calibre hooker when he signed, and he's been a very big part of our forward effort ever since he arrived.
"He brings a wealth of experience and a winning attitude to the side as well as a massive physical presence. We're very pleased that he'll be wearing Cherry and White going forward."
Hibbard said: "I've really enjoyed my time with Gloucester and, once the club approached me about extending my stay, it was an easy decision to make.
"I feel I've improved my game since I arrived. The Aviva Premiership is a tough league, there are no easy games and I think that's actually benefitted me as a player.
"I love playing at Kingsholm, the club and the supporters have been terrific to me and I'm really happy that I'll be staying and playing my part in what we hope will be a successful period in the club's history."
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