Squad Update

The Connacht Rugby management team have released the latest squad update ahead of Saturday's BKT United Rugby Championship meeting with Cardiff Rugby in Cardiff Arms Park.

In good news Mack Hansen and Harry West have returned to full training and are available for selection this weekend.

Josh Ioane and Byron Ralston return to training with a decision on their availability for Saturday to be made later in the week.

Niall Murray has undergone surgery in relation to an ankle injury sustained against Benetton and will be unavailable for a number of weeks.

Oisin Dowling underwent surgery a fortnight ago and is expected to be sidelined until December.

Temi Lasisi continues his rehabilitation.

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