Home comforts for Connacht as Munster downed in Galway
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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Pretoria pain has Connacht primed for Munster visit
Three games, three defeats, five tries scored, 13 conceded, bottom of the table and without a point to show for their efforts.
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.
United Rugby Championship Round 3: All you need to know
The third week of the new season brings with it arguably the biggest game of the campaign to date.
Pete Wilkins: South Africa tour gives Connacht chance to regroup in United Rugby Championship
Pete Wilkins said the two-game tour of South Africa is a "perfect scenario" for Connacht as they look to regroup following their opening-round mauling by Ulster.
Aki, Hansen, Bealham to return for Connacht's SA trip
Connacht have been boosted for this week's trip to South Africa, with Andy Friend confirming that their frontline Ireland internationals will be available to play on the two-game tour.
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.
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.