Connacht keeping it simple in bid to fix lineout flaws

Connacht forwards coach Jimmy Duffy says his team have gone back to basics as they look to cure a faltering lineout.

The lineout was one of the main platforms last season for Connacht in their historic PRO12 title win, but the loss of Aly Muldowney to Grenoble has left a big hole to fill.

The reigning champions have struggled in the league this season and are eighth after 12 games, as they look to cope without Ireland international lock Ultan Dillane again in tomorrow’s crunch Champions Cup tie against Zebre. Connacht could also be missing fellow Irish second row Quinn Roux, but Duffy says Connacht have been more impressive in training.