Australia and Waratahs hooker David Porecki signs contract extension until 2026
Dave Porecki has played in 36 Super Rugby games for Waratahs
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Rugby Australia and Waratahs have confirmed that hooker David Porecki has signed a contract extension ntil at least the end of 2026.
Porecki made his Super Rugby debut with Waratahs in 2015 and went on to play for Saracens and London Irish before returning back to the Australian club in 2020. He has gone on to play for Waratahs in 36 games.
Even though injury concerns delayed his international debut, the 31-year-old played his first Test for the Wallabies in 2022 and was one of just two players, alongside Rob Valetini, to start in every Test for the Wallabies in 2023.
He has featured in 19 Tests for the Wallabies and even captained them in the absence of regular skipper Will Skelton during last year's Rugby World Cup in France.
“I couldn’t be happier to re-sign with the NSW Waratahs and Australian Rugby for a further two years," he told Rugby Australia's official website.
“Since returning home I’ve been able to achieve some of my personal goals, but I know I’ve got plenty more to contribute and will be continuing to work hard to be part of successful teams.
“I’d like to thank those at Rugby Australia and the Waratahs for backing me and I’ll be doing all that I can to repay that faith over the next few years.”
Waratahs head coach Darren Coleman heaped praises on Porecki.
“For David to have started in every Test in 2023 and finish the World Cup campaign as Captain speaks volumes to the value he can add to a playing group.
“He’s measured, mature and has a drive for perfection. He puts his body on the line week in, week out.
“David is also a keeper of standards in our group and is a great mentor to the other hookers in our program. It’s a great signing for the Tahs.”
