I couldn't see myself with another badge - Chessum

Chessum is in his second season as Tigers' captain, although his campaign got off to a delayed start as he recovered from a foot injury.

He scored a try in his first appearance of the season, which was a heavy defeat at Pau in the European Champions Cup, but he has gone on to lead Leicester in back-to-back Prem wins against Northampton and Bristol that have sent Tigers top of the table.

"I've loved every minute of being captain and being able to lead this group," Chessum said.

"Leadership is one of those things that I liken it to golf; people say you never master it. And leadership is exactly the same - you are constantly looking for ways to improve.