Bath Rugby duo Mat Gilbert and Dan Hipkiss have both signed contract extensions with the Aviva Premiership outfit.

Flanker Gilbert, who is Britain's only deaf professional rugby player, has admitted his delight at penning the fresh terms.

"Coming to Bath has been a revelation for me. I wanted to test myself in the best environment and I feel that is here. I feel proud to have played for Bath and very excited that I will continue to do so," he told the club's official website.

Hipkiss, who has been dogged with injuries this season, added: "I am over the moon to have re-signed here at Bath.

"I love the club and the environment, and I could now not see myself being anywhere else. I still feel I have a point to prove, and that this is the place to prove it."

Next up for Bath is a home clash against London Welsh this weekend.