Aki brings up the ton with energy charged performance

Connacht’s Bundee Aki celebrates his try with Alex Wootton and Kieran MarmionMandatory Credit ©INPHO/James Crombie

The beaming smile said it all. That Bundee Aki was determined to enjoy his 100th cap for Connacht was evident from the moment he levelled Craig Gilroy with a tackle after 40 or so seconds. Plenty of Gilroy's teammates suffered the same treatment.

“He was really special. It doesn't take much to get him energised but that was more energised than I had seen for a long time.”