Wily Pat Lam out to avoid trap in Dragons’s den

After a brief respite, Connacht Rugby return to Pro12 action and face an improving Newport Gwent Dragons in Newport this evening (7.30pm).

Expectations have grown considerably since Connacht’s victory over Scarlets 12 days ago and, on paper, third placed Connacht look favourites against the Dragons in 10th place.

However, Lam believes it belies the strength of Lyn Jones’ side, particularly at home, where they have taken the scalps of both Leinster and Munster this season, while only losing in the dying minutes to Ulster last weekend.