The Connacht management team have released the latest update ahead of Saturday’s historic BKT United Rugby Championship fixture with Munster at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park.
Cullie Tucker will again lead the coaching team in the absence of head coach Pete Wilkins, who remains on sick leave.
Shayne Bolton is unavailable this week due to a foot sprain he suffered while playing against the Ospreys on Saturday, while Peter Dooley will miss a number of weeks due to a calf strain.
In better news Eoin de Buitlear has returned to training after recovering from a thumb fracture, while Bundee Aki, Mack Hansen, Finlay Bealham and captain Cian Prendergast will all train fully today and are available for selection this week.
Continuing to rehab long-term injuries are Sean O’Brien (hamstring), Ben Murphy (finger) and Byron Ralston (knee).
There will be live commentary of the game on Midwest Radio with thanks to Moran’s Pharmacy in Castlebar.