Ireland's Henderson and Herring extend Ulster deals

Ireland internationals Iain Henderson and Rob Herring have signed contract extensions with Ulster.

Ulster captain Henderson, whose central Irish Rugby Football Union [IRFU] contract will expire at the end of the season, has penned a two-year extension with the province until 2027.

Herring's new deal will keep the hooker at the Belfast-based club until 2026.

"I’m delighted to sign with Ulster Rugby for another two years and feel energised about leading this group, which can keep growing in the months to come," said five-time Six Nations winner Henderson, who has 80 caps for Ireland.

"We are building a team with a new core of players coming through the ranks and I believe there is the talent and experience to drive us forward."

Herring, the province's most-capped player said he was "delighted" to agree a new deal with Ulster as "Belfast feels like home to me".

“It's always an honour to wear the jersey and I'm enjoying my role as one of the experienced players in an exciting young squad," said the 2023 Six Nations Grand Slam winner.

"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."