Bradley names Connacht squad

Connacht coach Michael Bradley has named a 26-man squad ahead of his side's pre-season clash with Harlequins at the Sportsground…

Connacht coach Michael Bradley has named a 26-man squad ahead of his side's pre-season clash with Harlequins at the Sportsground on Saturday (kick off: 6.30pm).

Four players are in line to make their first start for the province, with Liam Bibo, Ian Keatley, Sean Cronin and Frank Murphy all included in the match day squad.

Also included is captain John Muldoon, who has recovered from a fever he picked up prior to his sides last outing against Leeds.

The province also received a welcome boost today with news that Bank of Ireland have extended their sponsorship deal for another three years.

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"This is a great boost for Connacht and for rugby in the West of Ireland and we are delighted that Bank of Ireland will be on board for the next three years," said Gerry Kelly, Connacht Rugby Chief Executive.

"We have built up a strong relationship over the years and we are very much looking forward to continuing that for the next three seasons."

Connacht squad: Liam Bibo, Andrew Browne, Kieran Campbell, Sean Cronin, Mel Deane, Gavin Duffy, Andy Dunne, Andrew Farley, Adrian Flavin, John Hearty, Ian Keatley, Ronan Loughney, John Lyne, Keith Matthews, Michael McCarthy, Brian McGovern, Robbie Morris, Conor Muldoon, John Muldoon, Frank Murphy, Troy Nathan, John O'Connor, Colm Rigney, Michael Swift, Brett Wilkinson, Aidan Wynne.