Two-year contract extension for Connacht’s tighthead Illo

The former U20 Irish international has renewed his contract, keeping him in the Sportsgrounds until 2025.

CONTRACT EXTENDED: Sam Illo pens 2-year extension with Connacht Rugby Picture: INPHO/James Crombie

Connacht have rewarded tighthead Sam Ilo with a new two-year contract.

The 22-year-old joined Connacht from Leinster in 2021 and has made seven appearances for the province. The former U20 Irish tighthead was also a member of the Emerging Ireland Squad that toured South Africa last year.