McAllister signs new deal with Gloucester and Orr jets in

Gloucester Rugby have bolstered their front-row after signing a new deal with Paddy McAllister, while former Australian U20 prop Cameron Orr has also joined the club.

McAllister, put up a remarkable performance in the front-row during his made 17 appearances for the club last season.

Director of rugby David Humphreys reaffirmed his confidence in the 26-year-old prop after being impressed with his progress over the past 12 months.

"When we signed Paddy, he may not have been a household name. But we knew of his qualities, and also his potential, and his form in the past season has proved this to us.

"We're delighted with his progression over the past 12 months and we are excited to see him develop further."

Meanwhile, the addition of 21-year-old Orr, who is an English qualified, has further bolstered the front-row.

Orr expressed his delight over joining Gloucester and has shown confidence in putting up notable performances to justify his inclusion to the squad.

"It's a great opportunity for me and I'm really looking forward to it. I arrived on the Monday, met the boys on Tuesday and started training on Wednesday. I couldn't wait to get started.

"I've watched a fair bit of Premiership rugby on the television back home and it looks to be a really competitive league. I've also been told that Gloucester will be playing quite a few local derbies which sounds great.

"But, first up, I'm here to work hard and try and make an impression. I hear that the Gloucester supporters are fantastic and that they love their forward play. Hopefully, I'll get the chance to show them what I can do."