Bath sign American World Cup hooker Chris Biller

Chris Biller played for the United States at the World Cup (GETTY IMAGES)

Bath have announced the signing of American World Cup hooker Chris Biller on a short-term contract.

Biller, who has won 16 caps, started for the United States in their World Cup pool games against Russia and Italy two months ago.

And he arrives at the Recreation Ground with Bath currently minus the services of injured hookers Lee Mears, Pieter Dixon and Ross Batty.

"We have been unlucky with the injuries we've sustained, but to have someone of Chris' ability available to us is great," Bath rugby director Sir Ian McGeechan told the club's official website.

"He is a good strong player who has played to a very high level, and we are looking forward to him adding to the experience we have within the squad."

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