Jack McGrath has committed his future to Ulster by signing a new two-year contract with the province, keeping him at Ravenhill until 2022.
The Irish international prop joined Ulster at the start of this season after nine years with Leinster and in his short time with the Northern side, has already made his presence felt.
McGrath has made 10 appearances for the province so far, which includes contributing to crucial wins against Bath, Connacht and Munster.
The 30-year-old has also been part of Andy Farrell's Ireland squad for this year's Guinness Six Nations, having previously played his part in wins for Ireland in the championship in 2014, 2015 and 2018 - along with appearances in all three Tests on the 2017 British and Irish Lions Tour of New Zealand.
Ulster head Coach Dan McFarland, welcome today's news and said: "Jack’s reliably strong performances and vast international experience make him a great asset to Ulster - so I’m delighted that he’s chosen to continue his career here with us.
"By renewing the contracts of players such as Jack, we are continuing to strengthen our squad now, and also into the future, given the important leadership he provides for our young talent starting out in their careers. I’m confident that Jack will play an important role in Ulster’s successes in the years ahead."
McGrath meanwhile, is already looking forward to the future with Ulster and added: "On arriving at Ulster, I was welcomed with open arms, and I have very much settled here since joining at the start of this season.
"It’s a fantastic set-up in terms of the players, coaches and support staff that I get to work alongside everyday - and I look forward to what the future holds for the province over the course of the next two years."
