Tuesday 25 November 2014 18:12, UK
Scotland international Blair Cowan has signed a new long-term contract with London Irish that will keep him with the Premiership club until 2018.
The 28-year-old back-row forward is currently in his second season with the Exiles after being voted the club’s player of the season in his first campaign following his move from Worcester.
The openside flanker has made 32 appearances for London Irish so far, scoring seven tries.
London Irish has opened doors to international rugby and I believe the club will constantly improve my game.
He made his Scotland debut on their tour of North America last summer and was part of their squad for the autumn series matches against Argentina, New Zealand and Tonga, winning the man-of-the-match award in the latter game.
Cowan said: "I have really enjoyed my time so far at London Irish and was stoked to extend that by a further two seasons.
“London Irish has opened doors to international rugby and I believe the club will constantly improve my game. There are exciting times ahead for London Irish and I'm keen to be a part of that.”
Exiles director of rugby Brian Smith said: "Blair has been outstanding since first arriving at London Irish. His work ethic in training and on the park sets a great example and he is fast becoming a real leader in the squad.
“He has made the step up to international rugby seamlessly and fully deserves to be playing at that level.”
