NZ-born Aki to lead Ireland against Maori All Blacks
New Zealand-born Bundee Aki was on Tuesday named to captain Ireland in their opening tour match against the Maori All Blacks.
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Connacht fall foul of Sharks second half rally
Connacht were blown away in the second half by the Sharks as they fell short of completing a clean sweep of the United Rugby Championship's South African sides, losing 41-21 in Durban.
Bundee Aki a doubt for Connacht's trip to the Sharks
There's mixed news on the injury front for Connacht ahead of Saturday's United Rugby Championship meeting with the Sharks in Durban.
Champions Cup: Peter O’Mahony, Joey Carbery and Simon Zebo back for Munster’s clash with Exeter Chiefs
The European Champions Cup returns this weekend with the second leg of the last-16 ties, including Ulsster’s clash with defending champions Toulouse at the Kingspan Stadium.
'They're 15 blokes, just like us' - Connacht have no fear of Leinster, says Bealham
He's reluctant to admit he's playing the best rugby of his career, but Finlay Bealham will concede he's never enjoyed the game more than he is now.
Aki and Sexton return for Connacht v Leinster clash
Bundee Aki has been named in the Connacht team to face Leinster in tomorrow's Heineken Champions Cup clash at the Sportsground (8pm).
'All the pressure is on them' - Connacht embracing underdogs tag ahead of Leinster visit
Connacht head coach Andy Friend is attempting to deflect the pressure onto Leinster for Friday night's Heineken Champions Cup last 16 first leg at the Sportsground.
Thornbury to make Connacht return, Henderson back for Ulster
Connacht have been boosted by the return of long-term absentees Gavin Thornbury and Dylan Tierney-Martin for Saturday's URC trip to Benetton (12pm, live on RTÉ).