Benetton 19-22 Connacht: Ciaran Frawley's try secures bonus-point win on debut
Connacht secured a bonus-point victory against Benetton in Treviso thanks to a late try by debutant Ciaran Frawley. The match was a high-scoring affair that saw Connacht overcome a physical challenge from the Italian side.
Why it matters
This result marks a significant early-season win for Connacht in the United Rugby Championship, highlighting the impact of new player acquisitions.
Image source, Inpho Image caption, It was a dream debut from Frawley
Tries: Prendergast, O'Brien, Frawley 2 Con: Gilbert
Connacht secured their first win of the season thanks to a late winner from debutant Ciaran Frawley against Benetton in Treviso.
The game started with fast attacking play and plenty of scores with five tries in the opening half.
In the second half, Connacht struggled early on in a physical battle against the brilliant Benetton forwards before a late winner from the Ireland international sealed a bonus-point win.
Cian Prendergast opened the scoring after five minutes after he latched on to a quick pass from Sean Jansen out of a ruck to cross the line for his first try of the season on his first start.
However, Benetton replied almost instantly through Bautista Bernesconi after the front-row forward levelled from a maul.
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