Out-half is just six points off Eric Elwood’s points-scoring record for the province.

The Dublin native will turn 30 next Tuesday and by then he will know whether their URC hopes have been re-ignited.

Byrne will have to wait until at least the first home game against Munster next month to make his debut.

The squad will be away for over two weeks, having not returned to Galway after Saturday’s loss to Ulster in Belfast.

The western province had hoped to sign a new tighthead prop ahead of this season.

The 30-year-old Connacht skipper is close to returning from a wrist injury.

The out-half succeeds Jarrad Butler in the top leadership role.

The 29-year-old said his season ‘ends here’ but vowed to come back bigger and better next term.

Captain and out-half Jack Carty is hopeful the players can cut out their habit of making consecutive errors.

The former out-half also offered his thoughts on Ireland’s current depth at 10, with some words of warning for Jack Carty.

The Scots have lost their last three games but are capable of playing thrilling rugby.

Jack Carty is enjoying his rugby and has returned to the Ireland squad a better player than before.

Andy Farrell has been impressed with how the out-half has responded to his feedback this season.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell is due to name is squad for the Six Nations today.

Eddie Jones’ former sidekick singled out Connacht’s captain for special praise in the aftermath of Saturday’s Champions Cup thriller.

Connacht take on Leicester tomorrow in the Sportsground.

The winger is unavailable after aggravating a calf injury in training.

Both provinces have high player availability but will undergo further testing later this week.

The out-half has delivered a series of impressive displays for Connacht this season.

The two Connacht locks were outstanding against Stade in Sunday’s Champions Cup game.

The 29-year-old Ireland out-half has shunned interest from elsewhere to sign a three-year extension.

The out-half has committed his future to the province.

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has asked why they can’t ‘dare to dream’ about the 2023 World Cup.

The Connacht No10 missed out on international selection yet again last week.

The out-half says he has held positive discussions with Ireland head coach Andy Farrell.

Connacht out-half Jack Carty turned down offers from overseas in order to try play his way back into Andy Farrell’s plans.

The younger brother of Ireland international Jack plays for the LA Giltinis.

Jack Carty will be hoping to catch Andy Farrell’s eye when Connacht host Cardiff Blues this weekend.

Andy Friend makes seven changes for Connacht’s meeting with Dragons tomorrow evening.

The latest episode of The42 Rugby Weekly Extra breaks down Connacht’s big win over Leinster.

Connacht’s historic win over Leinster on Saturday came down to the brilliance of Jack Carty and the resilience of a team who are now used to operating at the top of the league.

28-year-old Jack Carty is determined to add to his 10 Ireland caps.

The former Connacht academy man is now hoping to push his career forward in America.

Kieran Marmion and Jack Carty will hope to be back in the international fold.

Bundee Aki scored a powerful try on his 100th appearance for the province.

The 27-year-old out-half had his struggles post-World Cup but remains a classy operator.

The Connacht out-half says these are uncertain times for many rugby players.

Connacht out-half Jack Carty speaks about his struggles to move past online criticism of his performances.

The Roscommon man showed astute game management and also scored eight crucial points after the Kings had pulled level.

The Irish side were a player down for more than 80% of the game.