Champions Cup round 4 team of the week: Connacht and Leinster to the fore

It was another mixed weekend for the Irish sides in Investec Champions Cup action.

Leinster made it four from four as they saw off Leicester, while Connacht secured Challenge Cup rugby with a bonus-point victory over Bristol.

Munster, meanwhile, let a late lead slip against Northampton and Ulster capitulated at Harlequins.

Here's our team of the week.

15. Hugo Keenan (Leinster)

Solid outing from the full-back on a day when there was always going to be a lot of kicking. Recovered from an early knock much to the relief of Ireland fans ahead of the Six Nations. Tiernan O'Halloran made an excellent return from injury with Connacht.

14. Andrew Smith (Connacht)

The former sevens player was electric on a cold Friday night at the Dexcom Stadium. Scored one and was scandalously denied a sure try-of-the-season. Made 84 yards and turned the ball over to set up Connacht's second try. Named player of the match.

13. David Hawkshaw (Connacht)

A man of the match contender, the outside centre saved two certain tries, firstly with a double-tackle with Bristol on the line and then combining with Cian Prendergast to force a knock on. Twice involved in the build-up to the opening try.

12. Bundee Aki (Connacht)

Ever-willing, ever-ready, Aki shows no signs of slowing down. Always seems to take the correct option and generally draws in two or three defenders. Robbie Henshaw excellent for Leinster as well.

11. James Lowe (Leinster)

Second game back and it’s like he was never away. Leinster used his boot to great effect and the Kiwi made 70 metres with ball in hand. Constantly tied up multiple defenders and his break led to Larmour’s try. Named man of the match. Calvin Nash good for Munster.

10. Harry Byrne (Leinster)

Grew into the game, controlled