Club captain Liam Belcher has extended his contract with Cardiff.

The homegrown hooker had a year remaining on his existing deal but has committed his future for the longer term at the Arms Park.

The 28-year-old has made 85 Cardiff appearances, either side of a one-year stint at Dragons, since his first-team debut 10 years ago.

“I’m really happy and grateful to extend my stay at Cardiff – the club I have come through since I was 15 years old,” said Belcher.

“I am enjoying my rugby and feel like we are building something here and heading in the right direction.”

“I want to remain a part of that process and believe we can put the club in a stronger position and begin competing for silverware.”

The duration of his extension has not been disclosed by Cardiff.