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Connacht put a tough three weeks on the road behind them as they finished with a flourish to edge a tense derby with Munster and pick up their first win of the season.

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Carty and Coombes return for Sportsground Interpro

Connacht and Munster have both been able to welcome back key players for Friday's crucial BKT United Rugby Championship interprovincial match at the Sportsground.

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Bundee Aki sees red as Connacht blown away by Stormers

Bundee Aki was sent off as Connacht suffered a 38-15 defeat to defending United Rugby Championship winners the Stormers in Stellenbosch.

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Stormers launch URC defence with victory in Stellenbosch after Aki sees red

At Danie Craven Stadium

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Gavin Thornbury confident Connacht can prove doubters wrong in BKT United Rugby Championship

Gavin Thornbury captains Connacht for the first time in Saturday's season opener against Ulster and the talented lock is determined to put his injury problems behind him and rights the wrongs of the last campaign.

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URC team news: New signings start in season openers

Connacht, Munster and Leinster have all named new signings to start in their respective BKT United Rugby Championship openers, while Ulster's big arrival Jeff Toomaga-Allen will feature off the bench for tomorrow's first game of the season.

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Connacht captain Carty ruled out of Ulster season opener in United Rugby Championship

Connacht captain Jack Carty has been ruled out of Saturday's season opener against Ulster as he continues his recovery from wrist surgery.