Connacht have been dealt a blow with centre Tom Farrell set to be sidelined for up to six weeks.

The 26-year-old, who scored a try in last weekend's Champions Cup defeat to Toulouse, has a fractured shoulder.

In better news for the province, Andy Friend will have a number of players returning for this Saturday's Pro14 visit of the Southern Kings.

Bundee Aki, captain Jarrad Butler, Denis Buckley, and Niyi Adeolokun are among those back in the fold.