Connacht withstand Ospreys comeback to win again

Irish province secure their first at Liberty Stadium since their Pro12 winning title year

Injuries force Connacht to make changes as they face unbeaten Cheetahs

Andy Friend brings in Stephen Fitzgerald at fullback, with Adeolokun introduced on the right wing, and Porch switching to the left

Munster make advances but come up short of their objectives

Away clash with Leinster looms again if Benetton are overcome in quarter-final

Munster with more to play for in push for top place in Conference A

Johann Van Graan’s strong side includes 11 who lined out against Saracens last week

Carty, Marmion and Dillane all back in Connacht squad

Trio of Irish internationals return to training prior to must-win Pro14 fixture against Benetton

Dave Heffernan and Niyi Adeolokun extend Connacht deals

Andy Friend: ‘Our ambition is to continue to play an exciting, attacking brand of rugby’

Connacht aiming to end festive period on a high

Victory over Munster would complete a positive period for Friend’s in-form squad

Regrets? Connacht will have a few after a particularly galling loss

Leinster ultimately rewarded for their stubborn refusal to throw in the towel

Leinster complete stupendous comeback against Connacht

Connacht had their 29-12 lead evaporate in dramatic final dozen minutes at the RDS

Leo Cullen and Leinster know Connacht can cause problems

Former Leinster contingent in visitors’ line-up adds extra spice to this festive interpro

Connacht’s spirits high as they prepare to face down Cheetahs

Friend’s side firmly focused on completing a successful mission in South Africa

Connacht call on quartet of Ireland call-ups for Ospreys trip

All four players picked for November series by Joe Schmidt will line out in Bridgend

Connacht and Leinster name strong teams for first interpro

Colby Fainga’a and Ultan Dillane return for Connacht, Sean O’Brien is on Leinster bench

Rugby Stats: Leinster stars far more lightly raced than their western rivals

Connacht have used 33 players during the same period, and lean more heavily on a core group

Aki and Carty lead Connacht to impressive win over Scarlets

Returning Ireland centre impresses as outhalf knocks over 18 points at Sportsground

Robin Copeland to make his Connacht debut against Scarlets

Bundee Aki is also included in the starting XV having come off the bench in Murrayfield

Connacht salvage late bonus point as Edinburgh open account

Andy Friend’s side outmuscled for the first 60 minutes at Murrayfield

Kieran Marmion returns as Connacht rotate for Edinburgh

Ultan Dillane and winger Niyi Adeolokun also included with Bundee Aki on the bench

Connacht up and running with Zebre win

Andy Friend’s side secure bonus point at the Sportsground

Connacht make four changes for visit of Zebre

Andy Friend: ‘They are a big physical side who are well able to throw the ball around’

Connacht turn attentions to Pat Lam’s Bristol after Wasps win

Andy Friend’s side continue strong pre-season with a vibrant and comfortable victory

Connacht mark a special day in style with win over Leinster

John Muldoon gets a proper send-off as the province register historic victory over rivals

John Muldoon gets perfect send-off as Connacht demolish Leinster

Skipper enjoys fond farewell from Sportsground crowd on memorable day

Bundee Aki is back for Connacht’s trip to Scotstoun

Jimmy Duffy: ‘We are looking for continuous improvement and that is the driving factor’

Keane insists Connacht's future is bright despite exit

Coach says side’s defence fell short but his men also displayed moments of brilliance

Connacht run out of road against Gloucester

Connacht lose out in thrilling Challenge Cup quarter-final at the Sportsground

Duncan Weir comes in to steer Edinburgh past Connacht

Kieran Keane’s side now face playoff route if they are to qualify for Champions Cup

Connacht aiming to get back on track in Treviso

Benetton without a host of players while visitors keen to make up for defeat to Zebre

Finlay Bealham set to earn his 100th cap for Connacht

Ireland prop says it is a ‘massive honour’ to join the elite group who have reached the milestone

Priced out of Rathgar? Consider Churchtown

Though its centre lacks a village buzz, this leafy neighbourhood has plenty of new homes coming on stream

Connacht romp to bonus point win over Oyonnax

Hat-trick hero Niyi Adeolokun scores after 22 seconds as French visitors are blown away

Connacht book place in quarter-final but rue failure to ‘nail’ victory

Kieran Keane’s side fall short of win after second-half comeback against Worcester

Connacht book their place in Challenge Cup quarters

Draw at Sixways sees Connacht top their Challenge Cup pool

Connacht bring the big guns back for trip to Worcester

A win for Connacht at the Sixways Stadium would secure top spot in pool five

Tireless Josh van der Flier inspires Leinster's last stand

Coach Kieran Keane praises effort, but admits Connacht let their emotions take over

‘A special one, bloody wonderful’ says Connacht boss Keane after Ulster rout

‘I suspect now we will be taken seriously as a club, perhaps as an organisation’

Leinster’s production line is rugby equivalent of Ajax in the 80s

Other Irish provinces now benefitting hugely from numbers going through the system

Connacht make it four straights wins as Cheetahs are tamed

Home defence blunts the attacking prowess of South African visitors at the Sportsground

Rugby Stats: How do Irish teams fare the week after Europe?

Leinster look set to continue unbeaten streak when Irish rivalries are renewed this weekend

Connacht still searching for some much-needed momentum

Challenge Cup tie against Oyonnax in Geneva the next stop for Kieran Keane’s side

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