Tonight at Ravenhill Ulster paid a fitting tribute to Nevin Spence, putting in a performance brimming with all of the centre’s trademark energy and commitment to defeat interprovincial rivals Connacht by 25 unanswered points and remain at the summit of the RaboDirect Pro12.
A 10,000-plus crowd turned out for the Ulstermen’s first home game since Nevin’s tragic passing, and after an impeccably-observed minute’s silence, they were treated to an always solid, and, on occasion, inspired display. Nick Williams in particular impressed in attack throughout, while collectively Ulster were strong in defence to shut out the visitors for the entirety of the 80 minutes
