Stringer to stay at Bath

Munster scrum-half Peter Stringer will remain at English club Bath until the end of the season after the Premiership outfit and Munster agree terms to extend what was initially intended to be a short-term loan.

Stringer made the move as short-term cover for the injured Michael Claassens, and immediately brought his vast experience to bear.

Having made an instant impact on the field with two tries against Exeter is his debut in the Blue, Black and White, he rapidly became a favourite with the Rec faithful.

Bath head coach Gary Gold admitted it was a major boost for the club that they could retain the services of a player as experienced and professional as Stringer for the remainder of the season.

“Strings has been superb since he arrived, both on the field and off it,” Gold said.

“He prepares himself exceptionally well, and knows the game as well as anybody.

“We are delighted to have retained a man of his experience; his influence will not only help the first team, but the aspiring professionals too.”