In dire need of points to maintain their bid for a European berth, Connacht welcome Ofisa Treviranus back to their squad for Friday night's trip to Rodney Parade.
Treviranus has not featured for Michael Bradley's side since suffering a broken leg in Decemebr but could be in line for a return to the backs division against the Dragons.
With time running out to secure a place in the Heineken Cup, Connacht know anything less than a win will effectively end their chances. Bradley will also be keeping his fingers crossed that Cardiff can do his side a favour when they face Ulster at the Arms Park the following evening.
The Connacht coach may also take the opportunity to take a closer look at the Galwegians trio of Liam Bibo, Peter Durcan and Joe Merrigan who have also been included in his extended 26-man squad.
Connacht Squad
Liam Bibo, Andrew Browne, Liam Casserly, Mel Deane, Gavin Duffy, Andy Dunne, Peter Durcan, Andrew Farley, Adrian Flavin, John Fogarty, David Gannon, Ronan Loughney, Keith Matthews, Conor McPhillips, Joe Merrigan, Robbie Morris, Matt Mostyn, John Muldoon, Troy Nathan, John O'Connor, Colm Rigney, Daniel Riordan, Rob Shaw, Ofisa Treviranus, Brett Wilkinson, Darren Yapp.
