WARRINGTON Wolves have confirmed the signing of NRL prop Mitchell Dodds.

The 26-year-old has signed a one-year deal at the club from Brisbane Broncos for 2016.

The former Broncos under 20s player featured against Wigan Warriors in this year’s World Club Series in February.

Wolves’ head of coaching and rugby Tony Smith expects Dodds to boost his side’s defence after a disappointing year in Super League.

Smith said: “We are delighted with the signing of Mitchell. He’s played a big part in the Broncos’ team this year.

“He’s played most of his games off the bench and they are in there fighting for a title as we speak. We need that sort of experience coming into our squad.

“He is a no-nonsense hard-hitting prop forward who is probably best known for his defensive efforts; we need to strengthen in that area as it’s probably not been our strongest year defensively.

“He’s got some of the experience needed to tighten us up down the middle. He’s a terrific young player who is keen to have a new experience and bring his wares to Super League.”

Dodds’ decision was helped by Brisbane assistant coaches, and former Warringon players, Allan Langer and Kevin Walters.

He said: "I really am looking forward to the challenge of playing in Super League and experiencing a different style of play with a new team.

“Warrington is a club that is competing at the top both on and off the field and I look forward to being part of that next season.

“My two assistant coaches here at the Broncos, Allan Langer and Kevin Walters, only have great words to say about Warrington and their time at the club so I can’t wait to get over there and start experiencing a different culture and lifestyle in England."