Triple boost for Connacht ahead of first home URC tie

Irish international Caolin Blade returns from injury while Abraham Papali’I will be available after serving his latest suspension.

Connacht's Caolin Blade: Back from injury. Picture: INPHO/James Crombie

Connacht have been handed a triple boost ahead of their first home game of the United Rugby Championship season with new Irish international Caolin Blade recovering from injury while experienced Tongan lock Leva Fifita, signed during the summer, is set to make his debut.

Big No.8 Abraham Papali’I, who was sent off three times in his debut season last term, will be available after serving his latest suspension.