#Connacht Rugby

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Cian Prendergast after scoring a try with Dave Heffernan and Ben Murphy 17/5/2025
Connacht end six game losing run with hard fought win over Zebre
It was their first win in six URC games sees them finish 13th in the table, nine points off the qualification places with just six wins from 18 league games.

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Limerick v Cork - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Semi-Final
Sportsguide: All Ireland SFC, Munster SHC and PGA Championship
It is another action packed weekend of sport with the start of the All Ireland SFC, the Munster SHC continues and the second major of the year with the PGA Championship in Quail Hollow - all you need to know about sport on this weekend.

Sat, 17 May, 2025

James Ryan 12/5/2025
Leinster and Connacht ring changes for final URC round clashes
Leinster make nine changes with James Ryan returning to the starting XV for their game with Glasgow Warriors with Connacht making four changes for their away clash to Zebre.

Fri, 16 May, 2025

Your sport on TV this week: All-Ireland SFC, FA Cup final and PGA Championship
Your sport on TV this week: All-Ireland SFC, FA Cup final and PGA Championship
It is another action packed weekend of sport with the All-Ireland SFC series kicking off, the men's and women's FA Cup finals and the PGA Championship - all you need to know about sport on TV this weekend.

Fri, 16 May, 2025

Pete Wilkins 26/1/2025
Former Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins joins Benetton as attack coach
Wilkins will join the Italian side for their preseason in July and will direct the operations of the Lions attack. 

Mon, 12 May, 2025

Bundee Aki 5/5/2025
150th cap for Bundee Aki as Connacht make 10 changes for must win clash against Edinburgh
Edinburgh hold an edge in this fixture with 20 wins from 37 meetings which includes 15 Connacht triumphs and two draws.

Fri, 09 May, 2025

Your sport on TV this week: Munster v Ulster, Leinster and Ulster SFC finals
Your sport on TV this week: Munster v Ulster, Leinster and Ulster SFC finals
It is another action packed weekend of sport on TV with Munster taking on Ulster in the URC, Louth and Meath go head-to-head in the Leinster SFC final and its a repeat of the 2024 Ulster final when Donegal and Armagh face off again - all you need to know here.

Fri, 09 May, 2025

Leinster Rugby Squad Training
Ciarán Frawley set for 100th Leinster cap as Leo Cullen names team to face Zebre Parma
Elsewhere, Connacht have named their team for Saturday’s URC meeting with Edinburgh Rugby at Dexcom Stadium (kick off is at 3pm).

Fri, 09 May, 2025

British & Irish Lions Squad and Captain Announcement
Andy Farrell names a record 15 Irish players in Lions touring squad
There were 14 names back in 2009 but four played no part due to injury and suspension while one not named was drafted in mid-tour.

Thu, 08 May, 2025

Jack Carty 5/5/2025
Carty pens contract extension, Hansen ruled out for five weeks with ankle injury
Bundee Aki (heel), Caolin Blade (ankle) and Denis Buckley (quad) are all available for selection having missed the trip to South Africa while long term absentee Sean O'Brien is back following his hamstring injury. 

Tue, 06 May, 2025

Clontarf players celebrate with supporters 27/4/2025
S Duncan Casey: Provinces might be struggling in URC but club rugby is going from strength to strength
If you ask those at the coal face, the verdict is pretty unanimous: the standard of the AIL is the highest it has ever been.

Tue, 29 Apr, 2025

Emirates Lions v Connacht - United Rugby Championship
Connacht skipper Prendergast vows to fight to the end after disappointing loss
“We'll always battle for each other, we'll always battle for the coaching group that's here with us and look, it's just disappointing."

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Hugh Gavin is tackled by Renzo Du Plessis 26/4/2025
Connacht tamed by Lions as top eight finish sliding out of reach
Connacht will be concerned over injuries picked up by Sean Jansen and Colm Reilly. 

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025

Amee-Leigh Costigan 26/4/2025
Late heartbreak for Ireland as Scotland steal in at the death 
Scott Bemand's injury-hit side finish in third place but end on a losing note as Francesca McGhie's late score settles it

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025

Liverpool v West Ham United - Premier League - Anfield
Sportsguide: Liverpool v Tottenham, hurling and football championship and Women's Six Nations
It is another action packed weekend of sport as Liverpool have one hand on the Premier League trophy, the hurling and football championships continue and the Women's Guinness Six Nations - all you need to know here. 

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025

Clare v Cork - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A
Sportsguide: Munster hurling championship, football championship and URC
It is another action packed weekend of sport with the start of the Munster SHC, the football championship and the return of the URC - all you need to know about sport on this weekend. 

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

Your sport on TV this week: Munster SHC kicks off, Ireland take on France and football championship
Your sport on TV this week: Munster SHC kicks off, Ireland take on France and football championship
It is another action packed weekend of sport with the Munster SHC kicking off this weekend, Ireland hoping to bounce back in the Guinness Women's Six Nations and the provincial football championships are entering the business end - all you need to know about live sport on TV this weekend.

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

Pete Wilkins 26/1/2025
Connacht confirm Pete Wilkins steps down as head coach with immediate effect
"In doing so, the club and I agree it gives our players, staff and supporters clarity for the remainder of the season, and myself the opportunity to focus on returning to full health before my next coaching challenge."

Wed, 16 Apr, 2025

The Ireland team huddle 8/8/2023
Changes to IRFU funding model will see Provinces pay 40% of central contracted players wages
With the funds generated from the change will be invested in the Player Pathways of Connacht, Munster and Ulster which will be overseen by IRFU Performance Director David Humphreys.

Tue, 15 Apr, 2025

Maxime Baudonne 12/4/2025
Rampant Racing 92 pack shatter Connacht's Challenge Cup dream
Connacht were 21-5 in front but failed to build on early dominance

Sat, 12 Apr, 2025

Cian Prendergast during the warm-up 17/1/2025
Captain Cian Prendergast returns as Connacht make five change for Racing challenge
Connacht have played more games in Europe’s second tier competition than any other side but three semi-final appearances is as far as they have gone.

Sat, 12 Apr, 2025

Cian Prendergast 8/4/2025
Cian Prendergast returns as Connacht make five changes for Challenge Cup quarter-final against Racing 92
Joe Joyce, Denis Buckley, Ben Murphy and Shane Jennings join Prendergast in coming into the starting XV. 

Fri, 11 Apr, 2025

Your sport on TV this week: Munster v Bordeaux Bègles, The Masters and Super League finals
Your sport on TV this week: Munster v Bordeaux Bègles, The Masters and Super League finals
It is another action packed weekend of sport on TV with the Champions Cup quarter-finals, The Masters at Augusta and the basketball Super League finals - all you need to know here.

Thu, 10 Apr, 2025

Italy v Ireland - Women's Six Nations Rugby Championship
Ireland make three changes for Women's Six Nations clash with England
Ireland will take on England on Saturday at Virgin Media Park in Cork.

Thu, 10 Apr, 2025

Nika Amashukeli takes the matchball from the DHL Plinth 5/4/2025
Nika Amashukeli will take charge of Munster clash with Bordeaux 
Ireland’s Andrew Brace has been handed control of the Ospreys v Lyon Challenge Cup quarter in Swansea.

Mon, 07 Apr, 2025

Mack Hansen speaks to media after the match 5/4/2025
Hurling legend Joe Connolly inspires Connacht
Cullie Tucker, who has stepped up to take charge in the absence of head coach Pete Wilkins, confirmed that the target had been set but, understandably, was a bit more measured and wants the focus on next Saturday’s quarter-final against Racing 92 in Galway.

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

Mack Hansen is presented with the Player of the Match award 5/4/2025
'We are ready to win this' says Mack Hansen after Connacht defeat Cardiff in Challenge Cup
The Irish international led from the front as they saw off Cardiff at Dexcom Stadium and he firmly believes they can go all the way.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

Mark Sexton and Colm Tucker 1/4/2025
Cullie Tucker: 'It’s knock-out rugby and we’re at home, which is a massive advantage'
Cardiff became the 50th team that Connacht have played in the Challenge Cup, a competition where they have played more games than any other team in Europe.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

Tipperary v Cork - Munster GAA Hurling Senior Championship Round 4
Sportsguide: Cork take on Tipp, Munster travel to Ronan O'Gara's La Rochelle
Another action packed weekend of sport this weekend from the Allianz NHL finals to the return of the Champions Cup - all you need to know here.

Sat, 05 Apr, 2025

Your sport on TV this week: Cork v Tipperary, Grand National and start of the Championship
Your sport on TV this week: Cork v Tipperary, Grand National and start of the Championship
It is another action packed weekend of sport on TV with Cork facing Tipp for the first time since 1960 in the NHL final, the big race of the weekend is the Grand National while the football championship kicks off on the new platform GAA+ - all you need to know here.

Thu, 03 Apr, 2025

Cian Prendergast 1/4/2025
Cian Prendergast following return to play protocols while Bolton and Murphy return to full training
Shayne Bolton (foot) and Ben Murphy (finger) have returned to full training following their respective injuries.

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Dave Heffernan 29/3/2025
Connacht have 'to turn the page' after Munster loss for Challenge Cup knock-out against Cardiff
“We know the importance of the game and the magnitude of it. It’s a long, long way away but there’s silverware there at the end of it so it’s massive and we have to turn the page on the URC for the next two weeks and hopefully have a right crack at the Challenge Cup.” 

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Connacht v Munster - United Rugby Championship
Fourteen-man Munster survive late Connacht rally to secure vital bonus-point victory in Castlebar
Munster and Ireland half-back pair Craig Casey and man of the match Jack Crowley were superb throughout for the visitors. 

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

Munster Rugby Squad Training
Craig Casey starts as Munster welcome internationals back for Connacht clash 
For Connacht, Bundee Aki, Finlay Bealham, Mack Hansen and Cian Prendergast all return from international duty to the starting XV.

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

Cian Prendergast during the warm-up 17/1/2025
Cian Prendergast puts Six Nations disappointment behind him
He knows this sellout at the home of Mayo GAA in Castlebar is a special occasion in Connacht’s history and that there’s pressure on them to deliver.

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

Your sport on TV this week: Kerry take on  Mayo, Connacht face Munster and Ireland head to Italy
Your sport on TV this week: Kerry take on  Mayo, Connacht face Munster and Ireland head to Italy
It's another action packed weekend of sport on TV with the Test in the West between Connacht and Munster, Kerry and Mayo playing for Corn MhĂ­chĂ­l UĂ­ Mhuircheartaigh and Ireland take on Italy in the Women's Six Nations.

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

Derry v Mayo - Allianz Football League Division 1
Mayo manager McStay helps Connacht rugby prepare for historic Castlebar game
The Mayo boss took time out of his own schedule as he prepares for Sunday’s Allianz League decider against Kerry in Croke Park to help Connacht’s preparation for the historic tie

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Pete Wilkins with Colm Tucker 18/12/2023
Colm Tucker to lead Connacht for Munster interpro as Pete Wilkins remains on sick leave
Head Coach Pete Wilkins missed last weekend's narrow defeat to Ospreys and remains on sick leave for the historic game in Castlebar against Munster.

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Ospreys v Connacht - United Rugby Championship
Connacht fall short despite spirited fightback at Ospreys
The visitors had to settle for two bonus points which might not be enough in their battle for a top-half finish.

Sat, 22 Mar, 2025

Women’s Six Nations 2025: team-by-team guide to the tournament
Women’s Six Nations 2025: team-by-team guide to the tournament
England are favourites for a seventh consecutive crown but with eyes turning to the World Cup expect new combinations and the odd upset

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025

Josh Ioane and Sean O'Brien pen contract extensions with Connacht
Josh Ioane and Sean O'Brien pen contract extensions with Connacht
Ioane pens a two-year deal with O'Brien extending his stay for next season.

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

Tom Wood 7/3/2025
Ireland looking for second win in U20 Six Nations campaign against Italy
Italy have also won just once this season and come into this tie on the back of a heavy defeat away to France and a 33-24 defeat in England last weekend.

Fri, 14 Mar, 2025

Ireland v France - Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championship
Lowe and Kelleher continue to be monitored while Furlong, Hansen and Ringrose set for return
Interim head coach Simon Easterby will named his side at lunchtime on Thursday.

Mon, 10 Mar, 2025

Ireland v New Zealand - Autumn Nations Series
Bealham: 'Getting 50 is something that I'm truly honoured to do'
Connacht prop is happy for O'Mahony, Murray and Healy to take the limelight this weekend as he shares a milestone of his own with Caelan Doris and Jack Conan.

Fri, 07 Mar, 2025

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