Edinburgh vs. Connacht: Edinburgh in the Top 5 Standings of the Points Table

With the United Rugby Championship progressing, teams are starting to catch up with the ongoing action and play competitive Rugby to win games and secure a decent standing in the points table. Though Edinburgh seems comfortable at the 5th spot in the points table, they would be adjusting to the trauma of losing 3 consecutive games in the United Rugby Championship. The upcoming home game would certainly boost their confidence after three defeats. On the other hand, it’s Connacht, who have also lost their last 4 games. The upcoming fixture between Edinburgh and Connacht is expected to be a thriller of an encounter, with both teams looking to win and get themselves going. Edinburgh would be trying against all odds and circumstances to make sure that they are in full control of the game against Connacht.

Edinburgh has a very inconsistent gameplay and match form as they have managed to secure only 2 wins in their last 6 games played. Going in the game against Connacht, Edinburgh would be looking to play with positivity and focus on the upcoming games and opportunities. The United Rugby Championship brings the ultimate opportunity for teams to make a solid comeback and retain their top spots in the points table. In their last game, Edinburgh was defeated by Munster in their away game with a competitive margin of 20-34. Before that, they were taken to the cleaners by Leinster by a margin of 7-26. In January 2022, they lost to Ospreys with a decent margin of 19-23. Edinburgh hasn’t done quite well in their away games, so the upcoming home fixture would bring much ease and comfort seeing the points table standings.

• Nic Groom
• Duhan Van Der Merwe
• Mark Bennett
• Viliame Mata
• Damien Hoyland

Connacht is just behind Edinburgh in the points table rankings with 6 wins in 12 games. Connacht has already lost 6 games in the competition, making them fewer favorites of winning against Edinburgh, who are well set for clinching another victory this week. Talking about their recent winning performances against Stormers (19-17) and Scarlets (29-23), they were simply outstanding. Though these games were pretty much competitive and went down to the wire, Connacht stayed calm and didn’t give up.

• Peter Robb
• Jarrad Butler
• Finlay Bealham
• Kyle Godwin
• Colby Faingaa

Considering these two sides and their winning performances in the tournament, Edinburgh has a fine chance of winning against Connacht, who have already lost 6 games in the competition. Edinburgh is likely to win and dictate terms in the field on Saturday.