Worcester Warriors lock Greg Rawlinson has signed a new one-year deal.

The 31-year-old joined Warriors in 2007 from Auckland Blues, after making three appearances for New Zealand.

The South Africa-born player has made 67 appearances for Worcester and said: "I'm very settled and happy in the UK, and pleased the club also wants me.

"I've enjoyed my time here. There have been a lot of positive changes since I've arrived and being a part of that has been a fantastic experience."

He added: "The future is bright for the club and I'm very keen to be a part of that."

Rawlinson follows in the footsteps of Matt Mullan, Miles Benjamin, Chris Pennell, Marcel Garvey, Aleki Lutui and Greg King, who have all signed new deals in recent months.

We're particularly pleased that Greg has decided to stay at Warriors after he attracted a lot of interest globally Worcester Warriors director of rugby Mike Ruddock

Director of rugby Mike Ruddock said: "Greg is Mr Physicality as far as we are concerned at Warriors and his presence in our team really helps us to impose ourselves in a very physical way on the opposition.

"He's contributed greatly during his time at the club and wants to see club performances grow next season, hence his commitment to stay longer.

"As a former All Black, Greg brings quality to our panel and he is an excellent role model for all the younger players in the club with his dedicated, professional approach and wholehearted commitment.

"We're particularly pleased that Greg has decided to stay at Warriors after he attracted a lot of interest globally.

"There were a number of clubs and franchises that attempted to secure his services next season."

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