Ulster’s winning form came to an end at the Sportsground last night, as the first inter-provincial of the season ended in a 15 – 15 draw against Connacht.
Brian McLaughlin made four changes to his squad in preparation for the much anticipated inter-provincial against rivals Connacht, and it only took a matter of minutes for the Ulstermen to show the threat they posed, when Andrew Trimble stormed down the left wing after Ryan Caldwell won the lineout. Connacht’s defense was strong though and stopped the winger just short of the try line, before they stole a turnover ball.
Ulster were dealt a massive blow just ten minutes into the game when Stephen Ferris was forced to leave the field with a shoulder injury. His departure meant Chris Henry moved to blindside, Wannenburg moved to number eight and Faloon – Ferris’ replacement – started at openside.
Despite the reshuffling of the pack, Ulster remained focused and slowly crept their way towards Connacht’s 22. Seventeen minutes into the match saw Connacht flanker . . .
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