Benetton in control of their own destiny after seeing off Connacht

A bad evening for Connacht in Treviso began when Denis Buckley’s 200th appearance lasted just a minute

Benetton's Jayden Hayward is tackled by Peter Sullivan of Connacht. Picture: INPHO/Elena Barbini

Benetton 20 Connacht 12

Abraham Papali’i was sent off for the third time since his debut in August as Connacht’s slim Rainbow Cup hopes died at Stadio Monigo.