Leicester Tigers have signed hooker Tom Cowan-Dickie on a short-term contract from Championship club Cornish Pirates.
The 30-year-old is the elder brother of Exeter and England's Luke Cowan-Dickie.
He began his career with the Pirates and, having re-joined from Plymouth Albion in 2017, has made over 60 appearances for the club in total.
"Tom is a tough, hard-working and experienced player who we are pleased to welcome," Tigers head coach Steve Borthwick told the club website.
"With Julian Montoya away on international duty and Charlie Clare suffering a knock which will keep him out for a few weeks, Tom adds important depth to our ranks at hooker."