Connacht boosted with returning players

Centre Bundee Aki has recovered from the knee injury sustained in last month's win over Munster and the 26-year-old is now available for selection.

Matt Healy was ruled out of the last round with a minor back injury and, having recovered, the league's top try-scorer is also ready for action.

The ankle injury sustained by Craig Ronaldson last month has now been resolved and the versatile back is he is due to train fully with the main squad later this week.

While Danie Poolman returns to light running this week, the 27-year-old wing continues to recover from his foot injury under the supervision of the medical and fitness teams.

Props Denis Buckley and Nathan White continue to rehab from their respective injuries and remain unavailable for selection.