Ulster boss Richie Murphy delighted with 'toughness, fight and commitment' after Connacht win
Ulster boss Richie Murphy praised his team's fight after they got the better of in-form Connacht in last night’s URC derby in Belfast.
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URC teams: Tony Butler in for Munster as David O'Connor gets Connacht debut
Munster will be without out-half Billy Burns and centre Alex Nankivell for their trip to face Zebre Parma on Saturday afternoon (3pm Irish time, live on RTÉ), with Tony Butler starting at out-half.
Licence to play - Pete Wilkins excited by Connacht's backline potential
One of the prevailing thoughts that came from Connacht's 35-33 defeat to Munster last Saturday was 'what if?'.
Connacht confident of Finlay Bealham return for Sharks visit
Connacht look set to welcome Finlay Bealham back to their squad for Saturday's visit of the Sharks to Galway.
Charlie Tector, Chay Mullins and Mark Donnelly added to Emerging Ireland squad
Charlie Tector, Chay Mullins and Mark Donnelly have all been added to the Emerging Ireland squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa after head coach Simon Easterby was forced into a number of changes.
Connacht staying positive despite heart-breaking defeat to Munster
Connacht captain Cian Prendergast believes the province can take a lot of confidence into this Saturday's meeting with the Sharks in Galway, despite a losing start to the season.
Munster edge out Connacht in thrilling Thomond try-fest
Last season's table toppers Munster had to come from behind four times before seeing off Connacht at Thomond Park in the United Rugby Championship.
URC teams: Mack Hansen back for Connacht as Thaakir Abrahams makes Munster bow; Aidan Morgan gets nod at Ulster
Mack Hansen and Santi Cordero both start for Connacht in Saturday's BKT URC clash with Munster, while Pete Wilkins has handed debuts to three players.