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26th March 2023 - 31st March 2023

Aki poised for first Connacht appearance since December

A training ground incident led to speculation about Aki’s future at Connacht, but he is available for this weekend’s clash with Benetton.

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Tue 2:47 PM

# LGFA

Kerry defeat Galway to seal top spot, Dublin too strong for Waterford

A round-up of round seven in the Lidl Ladies National Football League.

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Sun 7:42 PM

# The West's awake

Galway overcome Kerry to set up Division 1 final showdown with Mayo

Galway will face Mayo in next weekend’s Allianz Football League Division 1 final.

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Sun 3:47 PM

Sponsored

Galway-Mayo rivalry and Dublin aim to make amends: Allianz Football League talking points

Four huge games in store this weekend in Croke Park.

# Reaction

Graham Rowntree: 'I'm not going to sugar coat it. That wasn't us, we have to do better'

Munster head coach says if you ‘lose collisions both side of the ball, you’re going to lose the game’.

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Sun 3:06 PM

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19th March 2023 - 25th March 2023

# now they're sucking diesel

Caolin Blade inspires Connacht to bonus-point win over Edinburgh in United Rugby Championship

The stand-in skipper was on fire as Andy Friend’s men made a huge push towards a URC playoff spot.

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Sat 5:31 PM

# now they're sucking diesel

Hat-trick hero Blade inspires Connacht to bonus-point win over Edinburgh

The stand-in skipper was on fire as Andy Friend’s men made a huge push towards a URC playoff spot.

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Sat 5:11 PM

# URC

Munster expecting a bounce from returning internationals

The province resume their URC campaign at Thomond Park on Saturday against Glasgow Warriors.

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Mar 21st 2023, 5:56 PM

Last month

March 2023

# in control

Walsh returns as 14-man Galway overpower Monaghan

Johnny Heaney bagged 1-1 in a six-point win for the Tribesmen.

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Mar 5th 2023, 2:37 PM

# SUAF

'I'm so proud of him' - Rowntree thrilled as Snyman finally makes his return

The World Cup winner got back on the pitch after his injury nightmare.

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Mar 4th 2023, 12:08 PM

# Thriller

RG Snyman returns as Munster hold off astonishing Scarlets comeback

Graham Rowntree’s men held on for a fifth URC win in-a-row after a remarkable game.

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Mar 3rd 2023, 9:51 PM

# west is best

Province legend Muldoon could return to Connacht in coaching role

It is believed Connacht are anxious to bring Muldoon home as they prepare for a new era at the Sportsground, writes John Fallon.

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Mar 2nd 2023, 5:12 PM

This year

2023

# stepping up

Patterson intends making the most of Murray and Casey absence

The 24-year-old also hailed the impact of former Munster scrum-half Mike Prendergast.

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Feb 20th 2023, 6:53 PM

# Committed

'He is passionate about staying in Ireland' - No return to France for Irish-qualified Frisch

Munster head coach Graham Rowntree insists that their new signing will not be lured back to France.

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Feb 20th 2023, 10:42 AM

# spring' in step

Munster confidence boost as 'world class' RG Snyman set for return

Coach Mike Prendergast buoyed by availability of 28-year-old Springbok star.

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Feb 14th 2023, 3:54 PM

# succession plan

Connacht poised to announce new head coach

Andy Friend said he understood that an announcement on his successor is imminent.

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Feb 14th 2023, 3:00 PM

# Hurling

Cork reaffirm credentials by notching up 4-24 to overpower Galway

The Rebels struck 2-3 without reply in six minutes after the break while defender Oisin Salmon was also sent off.

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Feb 12th 2023, 4:54 PM

# Injury blow

Damien Comer stretchered off as Rossies continue perfect start with Galway scalp

Roscommon scored the final five points to snatch a dramatic win as Davy Burke’s dream start continues.

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Feb 5th 2023, 5:04 PM

# Shot InThe Arm

Connacht boost URC knockout hopes with impressive bonus-point win

Jack Carty became Connacht’s all-time top points scorer in their victory over the Lions.

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Jan 28th 2023, 9:57 PM

# Setback

'We picked the team which we thought was good enough to win' - Andy Friend defends selection

Connacht must now travel to Benetton for last 16 Challenge Cup match.

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Jan 22nd 2023, 10:54 AM

# Challenge Cup

Bealham hat-trick not enough to stop Connacht losing away to Newcastle

Connacht lost out by 14 points at Kingston Park.

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Jan 21st 2023, 8:06 PM

# Bundee Jump

Friend backs Aki to shine in Six Nations despite limited game-time for Connacht

‘I reckon Bundee himself would understand his fitness needed to get better and that’s what we are focusing on. But he’s fine.’

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Jan 18th 2023, 6:05 AM

# Out of favour

Connacht 'won’t harm' Aki's Ireland chances, but no guarantee he will play against Newcastle

Ireland centre has not had game-time for his province since the loss to Ulster just before Christmas.

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Jan 17th 2023, 2:48 PM

# The Deck

Hansen could provide Ireland with full-back option for Six Nations

Connacht head coach says Hansen told him that full-back was his preferred option.

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Jan 15th 2023, 1:01 PM

# Roots

Hansen gets fresh trim and settles into new Galway house as Six Nations looms

The Canberra native he is taking nothing for granted about making this year’s Irish squad.

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Updated

Jan 10th 2023, 8:31 AM

# Up and Running

Niland grabs 0-17 as three-goal Galway make winning start to 2023

The Tribesmen had too much firepower in the end against a gutsy Westmeath.

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Jan 8th 2023, 4:51 PM

# Back in business

Connacht get back on track with Sharks victory

The western province bounced back at home to the Sharks, following consecutive losses at the hands of Leinster and Ulster.

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Jan 7th 2023, 7:44 PM

# Loss

Blow for Connacht as influential Hawkshaw ruled out until March

The former Leinster centre has undergone surgery on an ankle injury, with the projected recovery time six to eight weeks.

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Jan 7th 2023, 11:55 AM

# Off the Mark

Finnerty's 2-7 helps All-Ireland finalists Galway book semi-final spot with 14-point win

Galway had five of their All-Ireland final team starting this evening.

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Jan 6th 2023, 9:51 PM

# in the family

'They'll play a lot of games for this club' - Connacht's high hopes for Murray brothers

Niall and Darragh Murray have caught the eye when paired together in the Connacht second row.

9.6k

Jan 4th 2023, 7:00 AM

# talismen

Big boost for Connacht with Irish internationals returning for Sharks clash

Bundee Aki, Mack Hansen, and Finlay Bealham are all available again.

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Jan 3rd 2023, 1:44 PM

Last year

2022

# renewed interest

Rowntree admits Munster could lose Ben Healy to Scotland

The 23-year-old qualifies to play for Scotland through his mother and is currently third in Munster’s out-half depth chart.

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Dec 30th 2022, 3:01 PM

# Up In The Air

Porch could follow Friend out of Connacht at the end of the season

The 28-year-old says he hasn’t yet looked into the possibility of representing Ireland via residency rules.

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Dec 30th 2022, 7:15 AM

# Injury Doubt

Connacht's Adam Byrne in race to be fit for Leinster clash

Winger nursing a foot injury ahead of meeting with his former side.

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Dec 28th 2022, 1:36 PM

# Dan McFarland

'Will this be a pivotal moment? You can’t say that unless you start playing more consistent rugby'

The Ulster head coach said a draw with Connacht would have felt like a loss in the circumstances.

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Dec 24th 2022, 3:28 PM

# The Late Late Show

Ulster survive remarkable Connacht comeback to end disastrous December

A 14-point lead after 78 minutes was whittled back in the dying moments as Connacht sprung to life in a dramatic finish.

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Dec 23rd 2022, 9:50 PM

# the frisch prince

'I'm not shying away from the fact that I came here with ambitions to try and play for Ireland'

Antoine Frisch is excited by the prospect of playing in his first Munster-Leinster interpro, a fixture he has followed since his youth.

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Updated

Dec 23rd 2022, 8:07 PM

# Treatment Table

Munster still have no firm date for World Cup winner Snyman's injury return

There were hopes that Snyman might finally get back on the pitch over the festive period.

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Dec 22nd 2022, 5:01 PM

# christmas cracker

'A huge game, you test yourself against the best' - Munster set for Leinster showdown

Mike Prendergast on the Christmas fixture between the provincial rivals.

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Dec 21st 2022, 4:41 PM

# Injury Report

Thornbury and Boyle serious injury concerns as Connacht win comes at a price

Thornbury suffered a suspected dislocated kneecap, while Boyle injured his shoulder in win against Brive.

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Dec 17th 2022, 10:33 AM

# Brivehearts

Connacht make it two wins from two in the Challenge Cup

Connacht defeated Brive by seven points this evening in the second game of their Challenge Cup pool.

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Dec 16th 2022, 10:10 PM