Connacht Rugby squad update ahead of Saturday's interpro derby at Dexcom Stadium.

The Connacht management team have released the latest squad update ahead of Saturday’s BKT United Rugby Championship interpro with Munster at a sold-out Dexcom Stadium.

In good news Josh Ioane (head) has completed his return to play protocols and is available for selection, while David Hawkshaw (groin) and Academy centre Sean Walsh (wrist) will begin integrating into training later in the week.

Caolin Blade (thumb) and Dave Heffernan (calf) continue to be monitored with a decision on their availability later in the week, while Denis Buckley (ankle) is unavailable.

Meanwhile Cathal Forde (wrist) and Matthew Victory (shoulder) will both be unavailable for the rest of the season following injuries sustained against the Stormers and Lions respectively.

No updates: Temi Lasisi, Oisin Dowling, Oisin McCormack, Byron Ralston, Mack Hansen, Finn Treacy.