Killer goal: Finlay Bealham wants to match Dave Kilcoyne for longevity

Finaly Bealham turns 30 this weekend with 16 Irish caps and 161 appearances under his belt.

Finlay Bealham in Connacht training at the Sportsground this week. Picture: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

Connacht prop Finlay Bealham has thrown down the gauntlet to Dave Kilcoyne and vowed that if the Munster loosehead plays until he is 40, then he will keep going until he’s 41!

Bealham, the Aussie who came to his grandmother’s country to pursue a career as a professional, turns 30 this weekend with 161 appearances for Connacht under his belt.