'We'll need to put a big X on his back': Munster boss warns of threat from Connacht out-half

Clayton McMillan knows that if Munster do not reach the required emotional level against Connacht, every other aspect of their game needs to be on point. 

Munster head coach Clayton McMillian worked with Connacht out-half Josh Ioane for two seasons at the Chiefs. Pic: INPHO/James Crombie

Clayton McMillan ticked a major box in his tenure as Munster head coach by bringing down Leinster at Croke Park, yet securing victory in Saturday night’s follow-up will be just as impressive a feat with Connacht visiting Thomond Park.

Not only is the New Zealander’s objective of backing up one big performance with another under scrutiny in this second URC derby of the season but the quality of a Connacht side under new management themselves and eager to prove a point after back-to-back defeats poses dangers of their own.