Wilkins buoyed by Connacht character 

His men came from 17 points adrift early in the second-half to maintain their winning start to his reign as they chalked up their third win in a row at the Sportsground.

COMEBACK KIDS: Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins. Pic: Tyler Miller/Sportsfile

URC: Connacht 22 Ulster 22

Connacht coach Pete Wilkins said the manner in which they carved out a 22-20 over Ulster win that takes them top of the URC table will serve them well as they now prepare for three tough away matches.