Worcester back row Chris Cracknell says he is desperate to get his Warriors career started against Gloucester in the LV Cup at Kingsholm on Saturday.

Cracknell, who has been playing for the England Sevens team, joined the Warriors in mid-December.

He told BBC Hereford and Worcester he wants to make a career at Sixways.

"I need to be playing fifteens and what better pace than at Sixways, and what better start than at Kingsholm," Cracknell said.

"I am thrilled to be chosen to start and I can't wait to get out on the pitch on Saturday."

It's better for me to stay here and show the sort of commitment I need to show Worcester back row Chris Cracknell

The 25-year-old flanker has previously played at Bath, Exeter Chiefs, Cornish Pirates, Newbury and Harlequins.

He was ineligible for the recent European Cup games but says he already feels part of the Warriors set-up.

"I have been here for six weeks and the boys have been very welcoming.

"It's frustrating not being able to play, being cup-tied, but am really looking forward to Saturday," Cracknell added.

Cracknell has been out on-loan to the Championship's basement club Birmingham & Solihull, to work on his fitness.

Cracknell made his Sevens debut for England in 2008.

He said: "I had a couple of games with the Bees and it's been an enjoyable two weeks just playing rugby. Getting some match fitness and used to the bumps you get in the game.

"Sevens is a good life and I enjoyed every minute of it, there's no better feeling than pulling on the shirt for England.

"But it's better for me to stay here and show the sort of commitment I need to show. I want to stay here, this to me is a bigger priority, and I think it shows a bit of respect to them.

"I can't wait for the opportunity and the chance to show the supporters what I can do and hopefully I can make a future for myself at this club."

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