Carty boost for Connacht ahead of first derby of the season against Ulster

Head coach Pete Wilkins confirmed that Carty is available for selection while they are monitoring a knee injury picked up by JJ Hanrahan in the 34-26 win over Glasgow at the weekend.

INJURY UPDATE: Jack Carty will be available this weekend for Connacht's first Interpro of the season when they take on Ulster. Pic: ©INPHO/Morgan Treacy

Connacht skipper Jack Carty is available for the first inter-pro derby of the season when his side and Ulster both put their winning starts to the URC season on the line when they clash at the Sportsground on Saturday evening (7.35pm).

Carty suffered a facial injury after coming on in the opening round win over Ospreys and was not available when they put Glasgow Warriors to the sword last weekend.