All you need to know: Connacht v Ulster

19 December 2022

All you need to know: Connacht v Ulster

Connacht are back in BKT United Rugby Championship action as they get ready for a massive Interprovincial derby against Ulster at The Sportsground this Friday night under lights.

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of Friday’s game.

When’s the game?

Kick-off at is 7.35pm on Friday 23rd December.

What’s the state of play so far?

Connacht head into Friday’s game on the back of three wins in-a-row including two wins in Europe.

Ulster have lost their last three games including an interpro derby against Leinster at the RDS.

How’s our recent record against them?

Our last meeting was back in September at the Kingspan Stadium for Round 1 of the URC losing 36-10.

  • Uls 36-10 Con
  • Uls 32-12 Con
  • Con 36-11 Uls
  • Uls 24-26 Con
  • Con 19-32 Uls

How will the two teams line up?

The Connacht management team will announce their squad on Thursday at midday when it will be named on connachtrugby.ie and the Connacht Rugby social channels.

How do I get tickets?

Tickets are available HERE

What channel is it on?

TV viewing on RTE 2 and Viaplay while Galway Bay FM have live radio commentary.