Connacht travel to Cardiff with Challenge Cup ambitions
Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins is adamant the Challenge Cup remains a priority this season despite having fallen down the pecking order in the URC
Pete Wilkins
Connacht happy to turn attention to Lyon challenge
Pete Wilkins says his side will ‘go for it’ against ‘unbelievably threatening’ French visitors
Connacht’s Pete Wilkins speaks of ‘frustrating’ events as Mark Sexton departure announced
Head coach says province ‘confident’ ahead of Lyon game while search for Sexton replacement starts
Coach says Connacht taking a ‘wait and see’ approach after Mack Hansen referee comments
Pete Wilkins confirms he contacted URC following post-match criticism but has ‘not heard anything’ yet
Owen Doyle: Mack Hansen’s ill-advised comments simply cannot be allowed pass without sanction
The international’s comments set a dangerous precedent and the URC, and the IRFU, must take appropriate action
Connacht’s Bundee Aki pens contract extension in advance of URC clash against old foe Leinster
New Zealand-born centre, lauded by coach for his ‘calm’, is available for the game against unbeaten provincial rivals
Connacht eye home victory against Dragons in key URC fixture for province
Head coach Pete Wilkins believes result will determine if Connacht on the right track from opening series of games
Even before the season started Connacht looked like they would be a good watch. And, so far, it has come to pass
‘We need to be positive and brave in how we play. It’s our best formula for success,’ says head coach Peter Wilkins
‘I’ve been through a lot over the last couple of years’: Josh Ioane’s move to Connacht marks new chapter
New Zealander made his try-scoring debut for Connacht against Munster
Cathal Forde’s talent and versatility an asset as Connacht welcome back Bundee Aki for visit to Scarlets
The 23-year-old Forde is one of several excellent young centre prospects for Ireland
Piers O’Conor already feeling right at home with Connacht
Versatile former Wasps and Bristol Bears stalwart welcoming the opportunity to contribute to the expansive brand of rugby favoured by Pete Wilkins’ side
Pete Wilkins says if Connacht perform then atmosphere will take care of itself
Sharks come to Galway as recently-crowned Currie Cup champions
‘An absolute character’: Connacht delighted to see Mack Hansen thriving with Ireland
Pete Wilkins praises combination of laid back attitude with thorough preparation
Connacht seek improvement as Carty and Heffernan return from Ireland camp
Peter Wilkins says squad levelled off after good start to the year and need to go again
Wilkins believes next stage for Connacht is to impose themselves
Senior coach believes change of mindset can help close out tight games in future
Connacht without Bundee Aki as they look to keep up URC winning run against Leinster
Andy Friend’s side looking to repeat last season's success at the RDS on Friday night
Caolin Blade returns as Connacht brace for Bulls battle
South African side arrive in Galway smarting from their thrashing at the hands of Leinster
Connacht Rugby season preview: Good start essential if Friend’s men are to reach their goal
Upheaval and season format against them but Connacht will aim to defy the odds again
Bundee Aki silenced as Connacht seek to share leadership load
Defence coach Wilkins says squad focusing on maintaining momentum of Cardiff win
Connacht set to get international boost for trip to Rodney Parade
A number of Ireland players in line to return for game against the Dragons
Uncharted waters and charter flights: Connacht weigh up pros and cons of Covid-19
Nigel Carolan outlines how players are constantly reminded of their responsibilities
Connacht tap into feel-good factor to prepare for Bordeaux
Long overdue win in Belfast and stadium announcement have lifted spirits in Galway
Carty and Connacht enter crunch period in a good place
Connacht need win over Ulster to stay in play-offs – and send fans home in festive mood
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