come on you boys for the west.

Ball being kicked to and from 8 times already in this phase of play alone

Full house here in the west of Ireland with much improved conditions compared to last time at the Sportsground

And we're off

Both sides back out on the pitch, one minute to kickoff

Both sides exit the field after the final warm up, just moments away here in the Sportsground, stay tuned

Hello all and welcome to Ultimate Rugby's coverage of this much anticipated Round 5 clash between Connacht and Exeter at the Sportsground. It's first versus second in this absolutely crucial encounter with a victory almost certainly deciding the ultimate pool winner. A late change for Connacht as Craig Ronaldson bows out with an injured quad allowing Jack Carty to slot into 10. Miah Nikora is called up to the bench. We're just minutes away from kick-off now. Let's hope it's a thriller!

Come on Connacht!

Now ell at 13?

This will be Exeter's first trip to Ireland in the Challenge Cup; the Chiefs have lost two of their last three away games in the tournament. Exeter's Ben White has made the joint- most tackles (18) in Round 4.