Connacht commence the new United Rugby Championship when they travel to Wales to take on Cardiff this Friday (24th September).
It’s their first meeting since Connacht prevailed 32-17 at the Sportsground last February.
Leading up to the game and the new competition, Galway Bay FM’s William Davies got a chance to catch up and chat with Connacht captain Jarrad Butler.

Speaking at the launch of URC TV last week, a new global streaming service with RTE and the United Rugby Championship (URC)

And finally, William got the thoughts of Connacht Head Coach Andy Friend.

Kick-off at Cardiff Arms Park on Friday is 7.35pm and we'll have live coverage here on Galway Bay FM.