Ulster lock Cormac Izuchukwu says “satisfaction within the province” is what helps make Irish derbies particular because the aspect put together to tackle Connacht this weekend.

Richie Murphy’s aspect journey to the Dexcom Stadium on Saturday (17:30 GMT) for what’s their second of three video games in a row in opposition to Irish rivals within the United Rugby Championship (URC).

The northern province want to bounce again following a slim 24-20 loss in opposition to Leinster final time.

The house aspect, in the meantime, come into the match off the again of a loss complete reverse in opposition to Dragons.

“Connacht away, Leinster away and Munster at dwelling, they’re particular,” Izuchukwu instructed BBC Sport NI.

“There’s something about them, they’re class to play in.

“For me it’s having satisfaction within the province, happening there and displaying what we’re about.”

Izuchukwu, who has not performed since early October due to a recurring foot harm adopted by an sickness final week, has simply signed a brand new two-year contract to maintain him at Ulster till the summer time of 2028.

The 25-year-old second row added that he has “grown as an individual and a participant” since becoming a member of the Ulster academy in 2020.

“It has been on my thoughts for some time now, so actually completely satisfied to get it carried out and to get again to enjoying rugby,” Izuchukwu continued.

“I got here right here again in 2020, I did not have many choices, and so they gave me an opportunity. I got here right here, have made pals and have grown as an individual and a participant.

“I’ve made nice reminiscences right here and, for me, with how the membership is rising I’m so completely satisfied to be right here.”