Connacht Hold Off Ulster to Break Derby Drought

Connacht hold off Ulster to break derby drought

Connacht ended their long wait for an Interpro victory in the BKT United Rugby Championship in impressive fashion as Stuart Lancaster's side held off Ulster for a bonus-point 26-19 victory at Affidea Stadium.

Connacht outgun Ulster in Belfast thriller

Connacht delivered a clinical display in Belfast, outscoring Ulster to secure a valuable Vodacom URC win on the road. The visitors ran in four tries to three to claim a 26-19 victory, with wing Finn Treacy leading the charge with a brace. Connacht struck first through No 8 Sean Jansen, who powered over for an early try, before Nathan Doak hit back for Ulster with a score of his own to level matters. REPORT: Bulls’ first-half blitz stuns Cardiff …

Ulster v Connacht: 5 takeaways as Bundee Aki the 'class of the field'

Following a shock 26-19 victory for Connacht over Ulster, here are our five takeaways from the URC clash at the Affidea Stadium on Friday.

Connacht boost play-off hopes with deserved win over Ulster

Finn Treacy scored two tries as western province held out for victory.