DAVE Sims believes new Worcester head coach John Brain can lead the rugby club into the Zurich Premiership.

The popular lock, who enjoyed an outstanding season at Sixways last year, has given his full backing to his former Kingsholm coach who was installed at Worcester yesterday.

The 31-year-old said: "He is a very thorough coach, very experienced and I think he will do an excellent job for us at Worcester.

"His man-management skills are very good and he can make a big difference for us. We all want to get into the Premiership and John certainly has the ability to help us get there."