Fit-again Eoghan Masterson making an impact

Connacht back-row Eoghan Masterson says it came as no surprise to him to see Scarlets win the PRO12 last season and that he expects a real challenge from the champions this weekend as Connacht aim for a second win of the season.

Masterson made his Connacht debut against the Welsh region in the 2013-14 season, but since then the former Ireland and Scotland U20 international has experienced plenty of highs and lows.

The greatest high was probably seeing John Muldoon lift the PRO12 trophy 18 months ago, but it was certainly tinged with regret too considering the Laois man was on crutches that day.