Bundee Aki and Finlay Bealham fit for Connacht's Challenge Cup clash against Pau

Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins who is hoping to turn their season around on two fronts heading into the business end of the season.

WELCOME RETURN: Bundee Aki and Finlay Bealham are fit and available for Connacht's Round of 16 Challenge Cup clash against Pau. Pic: ©INPHO/James Crombie

Connacht have been boosted by the return of their two Irish Six Nations players Bundee Aki and Finlay Bealham as they bid to secure a quarter-final spot in the European Challenge Cup away to Pau on Sunday evening.

Connacht, who have played more games in the competition than any other team in Europe but have never reached the final, will head to France on the back of two demoralising URC defeats at home to the Lions and away to Benetton.