Hansen back as Wilkins targets Connacht festive double

Mack Hansen returns from injury as all three of Connacht’s World Cup players starting with Bundee Aki in the centre and Finlay Bealham at tighthead in a new front row.

RETURN OF THE...: Mack Hansen. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady

Connacht coach Pete Wilkins says the schedule of games for his side this Christmas is the most favourable he has ever encountered but it is now up to his men to make the most of the festive calendar.

Connacht will travel home from Belfast on Friday night after their URC derby clash with Ulster and then enjoy four days off before re-assembling at the Sportsground on the 27th.