Connacht

63-62-61-60: Eggchasers War-Games the URC Playoff Race Down to a Single Point

With two rounds to go, Eggchasers Rugby maps every realistic URC finishing scenario — and lands on a top four separated by a single point at every step, with Connacht missing out and the Bulls surging.

Rugby Union · 5/9/2026

'Control Your Own Destiny': Lancaster Locks Connacht Onto Munster With URC Playoff Spot in the Balance

Connacht head coach Stuart Lancaster tells media he is refusing to track URC permutations before Saturday's must-win interpro against Munster, with the playoff race tight and his side relying on the recall of Bundee Aki and the form of new signing Jerry Cahir.

Rugby Union · 5/6/2026

'That's Crazy. Story.': Lions Hit Top of Two Cents Rugby's URC Power Rankings for First Time

The Emirates Lions have climbed to the top of Two Cents Rugby's URC Power Rankings for the first time since Super Rugby, with Connacht's six-game winning streak the other surprise story of Round 15.

Rugby Union · 4/22/2026

Ulster Delivers at Affidea Stadium to Seal 2026 Victory Over Connacht

Ulster claimed a classified home victory over Connacht at Affidea Stadium on Saturday in the 2026 season fixture, finishing first with Connacht second. With limited event data available, the key story was straightforward: Ulster made home advantage count and controlled the contest well enough to secure the result over their provincial rivals.

Rugby · 3/21/2026

Ulster Rugby Make Home Advantage Count Against Connacht at Affidea Stadium

Ulster Rugby used home advantage at Affidea Stadium to finish first ahead of Connacht Rugby in their United Rugby Championship 2026 meeting on Saturday. With limited official detail beyond the classification, the key story was Ulster converting home billing into victory, while Connacht completed the fixture in second.

Rugby · 3/21/2026

Connacht Rugby Make Home Advantage Count Against Scarlets at Dexcom Stadium

Connacht Rugby claimed a home win over Scarlets at Dexcom Stadium in the United Rugby Championship 2026, finishing first with Scarlets classified second. With limited event data available, the key takeaway was Connacht’s effective use of home advantage to secure an important league result.

Rugby · 3/14/2026

Connacht Makes Home Advantage Count at Dexcom Stadium

Connacht claimed a home victory over Scarlets at Dexcom Stadium on 14 March 2026, finishing first with Scarlets classified second. With limited event data available, the key story was Connacht’s ability to convert home advantage into a controlled and important result in the 2026 season.

Rugby · 3/14/2026

Glasgow Set the Pace as URC Title Race Tightens Behind Them

Glasgow Warriors lead the 2025-26 URC standings on 50 points, four clear of the Stormers, with Ulster, Leinster, Cardiff Blues, Munster and the Lions tightly packed behind. The title race remains open, but Glasgow’s small cushion gives them an early advantage in a table where bonus points could prove decisive. The battle for top-four and play-off places is especially intense, with just four points separating third from seventh and the Bulls and Connacht level on 35 around the cut line. Further down, Ospreys, Sharks and Benetton are still within reach of the top eight, while Edinburgh, Scarlets and Dragons need a significant surge to revive their campaigns.

Rugby · 6/15/2025