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Connacht Ends Losing Streak with Bonus-Point Victory Over Ulster
Connacht secured a bonus-point win against Ulster at the Affidea Stadium, ending an 11-game losing streak in interprovincial United Rugby Championship (URC) play. Connacht scored three tries in seven second-half minutes, including two from Finn Treacy.
Connacht's victory concluded a string of 11 interprovincial URC defeats. The match saw handling errors early on, with both sides struggling to maintain possession. Ulster's Mikey Lowry exited early after a tackle. Nathan Doak's kicking game stood out in the first half. A late-game scuffle involving Jack Carty and Ethan McIlroy added tension. Connacht capitalized on Ulster's lineout struggles, turning over three opportunities. Bundee Aki earned player of the game.
Key Facts
- Connacht defeated Ulster at the Affidea Stadium.
- The win ended Connacht's 11-game losing streak in interprovincial URC matches.
- Finn Treacy scored two tries in the second half.
- Ulster lost Mikey Lowry early in the game due to a tackle.
- Connacht turned over three Ulster lineouts.
- Bundee Aki was named player of the game.
- Ulster suffered their first home loss of the season.
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Research Sources
- The Irish Times — Connacht second-half storming earns bonus-point win at Ulster
- Irish Independent — As it happened: Connacht claim big URC win at Ulster