Ben Murphy hat-trick helps Connacht secure top spot with a game to spare
Ben Murphy crowned a midweek contract extension by running in a Challenge Cup hat-trick as Connacht dished out a hammering to Lyon at Dexcom Stadium.
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'Really difficult' - but dad Richie proud of Murphy boys Ben and Jack
The Murphys are not the first set of brothers to face off against each other for Irish provinces, and not even the first or second to do so in 2024, but their clash, when Connacht hosted Ulster last Saturday, did have a unique aspect.
Connacht make three changes, Ulster hand Jack Murphy first start
Connacht have made three changes to their side to take on Ulster at Dexcom Stadium in Saturday's URC derby, while the visitors have handed academy out-half Jack Murphy a first start.
Leinster widening the gap to the rest of the provinces
The Christmas inter-provincial series got off to a tight and dramatic start over the weekend.
Home of Mayo GAA to host Connacht v Munster URC Interpro
Connacht Rugby are set to play at the home of Mayo GAA next year, in what will be their first senior competitive game in the county during the professional era.
URC team news: Leinster changes; international trio back for Connacht
The Leinster team to take on Connacht in the URC on Saturday evening sees Alex Soroka make his first appearance of the season, while international trio Bundee Aki, Mack Hansen and Finlay Bealham all return for the visitors.
Connacht's MacHale Park switch still in 'discussion phase'
Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins says it's an exciting prospect to bring his side to Mayo for their URC Interpro against Munster in March of next year, but discussions about the switch are still at an early stage.
Connacht centre Hugh Gavin ruled out until February with ankle injury
Connacht centre Hugh Gavin has been ruled out of action until mid-February after undergoing surgery for an ankle injury.