Connacht

Ulster thrashed Connacht 58-12 to claim a bonus point win that puts them right back in the hunt for a RaboDirect Pro12 play-off place.

Leinster's greater strength in depth helped them complete a festive derby double at the Sportsground as they got the better of a youthful Connacht side with a 16-8 triumph.

John Muldoon has signed a two-year contract extension to keep him at Connacht until 2016.

Connacht Rugby are pleased to announce the signing of Kyle Tonetti from Aviva Premiership club Sale Sharks.

After this weekend there is a strong 14 points that separates Leinster at the top of the leader board from Welsh side Ospreys who narrowly beat Edinburgh this weekend.

During a busy Six Nations, the Celtic and Italian sides are in action this weekend, with squads being stretched due to the unavailablity of international stars.

Competitive sport is often an emotional roller coaster. It's a highly evocative experience that frequently pulls all sorts of emotions from deep within us.

Newly Capped Ireland & Connacht Backrower Mike McCarthy caught up with Talking Rugby Union to answer a few questions, a very nice guy!

The 2010/2011 season Connacht's team me with a strong front row and great backs, this team could give teams trouble in at the Magners League

The game started off with a strong start from Ulster with Adam D'Arcy making a run then the ball being spread to the left