Ulster on the attack again. A pass from Jackson hits the deck but Marshall gathers and takes contact. Off the next phase Court fumbles the ball and brings the early attack to an end.

Ulster win an early penalty, forcing Connacht to infringe on the ground. Paddy Jackson screws his kick and can't make touch in the swirling wind.

Need a win tonight. SUFTUM

C'mon ulster

Good evening and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's coverage for this Irish derby. After last weeks agonising last gasp loss to Glasgow, the Northerners will be looking to bounce back here with a win over their local rivals. On the other hand Connacht will feel that they are in with a great chance of a major scalp here after last season's finalists lost 2 in a row.
Connacht welcome some new big signings in Clarke, who captained the Chiefs to the Super XV last year. Clarke's fellow New Zealander and former Baby Black captain, Jake Heenan comes in at 6 as well. Ulster also welcome back a number of players in Irish internationals Court, Henderson and Henry, who all start.
This age old rivalry is sure to be high octane stuff with major bragging rights on the line. Stay tune for live updates!

C'mon ulster!