Connacht edges Benetton 31-30 in thrilling URC clash

Connacht achieved a vital 27-24 victory against Benetton at Dexcom Stadium, coming from behind to secure a bonus point win with two tries in the final 13 minutes. The match saw Connacht initially racing to a 12-0 lead, only to concede 27 unanswered points as Benetton dominated for a period. Connacht's head coach, Pete Wilkins, emphasized the importance of this match for playoff contention, having previously secured a win against Cardiff. The win against Benetton not only bolstered Connacht's hopes for a top-half finish in the URC but also sent Benetton back empty-handed. Other URC matches took place concurrently, with Leinster aiming for a 12th consecutive win against Cardiff and Ulster seeking to improve their standing against Scarlets. The upcoming fixtures were highlighted as significant for teams looking to secure playoff positions.