Batty is one of the longest serving players having joined from Rotherham Titans in 2010 and has gone on to make over 150 appearances in the Blue, Black and White.

The hooker said: “I think a lot about the Club – I’ve been here nine seasons and feel at home here, so I didn’t want to go anywhere else. It’s a great environment and I want to continue the good work that’s been started and ultimately win things in a Bath shirt. The potential is there, it’s now all about executing the journey that we are all on.”

Batty brings a great deal of experience to the number two jersey and believes that the competition with the likes of Tom Dunn and Jack Walker only drives him as a player.

“Between the three of us, we all want to start. No-one wants to be left out or on the bench, so we are all fighting week in week out for that shirt come the weekend. The competition brings the best out of me and all of us, so that’s only a good thing for the team. I’ve had two seasons hampered by injury, and I just want to get back out there doing what I can for the lads.

“There’s also some outstanding young players coming through the Academy. At this stage in my career, it’s really rewarding to use my experience to develop and support them with their journey with the Club.

Director of Rugby, Todd Blackadder added: “Ross is a great competitor and has shown that over the years with the Club. His set piece and ball carrying are two qualities, which make him a really valuable part of the squad.

“We’ve got some quality players vying for his position and it’s that depth which will push the squad on with Ross being a big part of that.”

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