Ulster Rugby: Ireland's Kieran Treadwell joins Nick Timoney and Rob Herring in signing new deal
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Treadwell is in his seventh season with Ulster
Ireland international Kieran Treadwell has signed a contract extension with Ulster until the summer of 2026.
The 26-year-old second row, among the Ireland replacements for Saturday's match against South Africa, is in his seventh season at the Kingspan Stadium.
His international team-mates Nick Timoney and Rob Herring have also agreed new Ulster deals until the summer of 2025.
"I'm really excited to have signed on again with Ulster," Treadwell said.
"This group is full of talent, and we all have the same goal in mind. I can't wait to see how far we can go as a squad."
Irish-qualified through his mother, Treadwell was the only player in Andy Farrell's Irish summer touring squad to feature in all five games in New Zealand, when Ireland secured their first series win against the All Blacks away from home.
"Kieran has worked very hard over the last few years to develop as a player," Ulster head coach Dan McFarland said.
"His explosive qualities have always been apparent, but he has added a significant set-piece element to his game that has been recognised in his deserved selections for the Ireland team.
"I look forward to him continuing to improve in the years ahead, and for that to pay dividends when it comes to what we're aiming for as a squad."
Versatile back-row Timoney topped the United Rugby Championship tackle chart last season, while Cape Town-born hooker Herring has won more than 200 caps for Ulster since joining the province in 2012.
They are both in the Ireland squad for the November internationals in Dublin.