Eire internationals Iain Henderson and Rob Herring have signed contract extensions with Ulster.
Henderson’s new deal means the Ulster captain will transfer off his central Irish Rugby Soccer Union [IRFU] contract on the finish of the season and on to a provincial deal till 2027.
Herring’s new deal will maintain the hooker on the Belfast-based membership till 2026.
Henderson, who has gained 82 Eire caps, mentioned he feels “energised” about persevering with to guide Ulster, who’re of their first full season underneath head coach Richie Murphy.
“We’re constructing a crew with a brand new core of gamers coming by means of the ranks and I imagine there may be the expertise and expertise to drive us ahead,” mentioned five-time Six Nations winner Henderson.
“As a proud Ulsterman, I like enjoying for the membership and I am excited for us going ahead.”
Second row Henderson, 32, has gained 150 Ulster caps after making his debut in 2012.
Along with his success with Eire, he’s a two-time British and Irish Lions vacationer, having been chosen for the 2017 and 2021 squads.