{"id":480866,"date":"2026-03-17T19:32:12","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T19:32:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/480866\/"},"modified":"2026-03-17T19:32:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T19:32:12","slug":"gloucester-rugby-confirm-new-contract-for-england-a-international","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/480866\/","title":{"rendered":"Gloucester Rugby confirm new contract for England A international"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ciaran Knight was understood to have been a target of a number of rival clubs<\/p>\n

Ciaran Knight of Gloucester Rugby in action against Hartpury University in the Premiership Rugby Cup. (Photo by Nathan Stirk\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Gloucester Rugby have confirmed that homegrown prop Ciaran Knight has signed a contract extension with the Gallagher PREM club, having fought off competition from a number of local rivals.<\/p>\n

Knight made his senior debut for the Cherry and Whites in 2017 and reached a significant milestone last season, making his 100th appearance in an away victory over Newcastle Falcons.<\/p>\n

Comfortable on both sides of the scrum, Knight\u2019s versatility and consistent performances have been key assets for Gloucester. His form was further recognised with a call-up to the England A squad ahead of their autumn clash with the All Blacks XV, and Bristol Bears are understood to have been keen to sign him this summer.<\/p>\n

Gloucester head coach George Skivington said: \u201cKnighter is a local lad from a strong rugby family, and he understands exactly what it means to represent Gloucester Rugby.<\/p>\n

\u201cOnce he\u2019d established himself in the matchday 23 over the past couple of seasons, he\u2019s really come into his own.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhether at loosehead or tighthead, he\u2019s always prepared to do whatever is needed for the team, and that speaks volumes about his character.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re delighted that he\u2019s committed his future to the Club.\u201d<\/p>\n

Knight added: \u201cI\u2019m incredibly proud to re-sign for my home club.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo continue wearing the Cherry and White at Kingsholm is something any local player dreams of.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis season hasn\u2019t gone the way we wanted, but I\u2019m determined to finish strongly and build momentum heading into 2026\/27.\u201d<\/p>\n

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