Steve Crosbie set for first league start against Zebre

It’s been a while in the pipeline but after stints with Leinster and Munster, former Irish U20 Steve Crosbie will finally make his first start in the Pro12 after being handed the out-half role by Pat Lam as Connacht bid to continue their winning run.

The Bray out-half came through the Leinster academy and made two appearances off the bench for them in the Pro12 two seasons ago but did not secure a senior contract.

He had a spell in New Zealand last year before coming back when offered a three-month contract by Munster earlier this season where his appearances were confined to the A side.