Connacht head coach Pat Lam has made eight changes to the side that beat La Rochelle 48-12 last weekend in the Challenge Cup.
Tighthead prop Nathan White has been handed the Captaincy in the absence of John Muldoon who has been rested for the encounter. Denis Buckley has found himself recalled to the loose head position while the competions highest capped player Michael Swift is named in the second row partnering the returning Mick Kearney.
Meanwhile Craig Ronaldson, who started the last three games at inside centre, has this week been handed the reins at outhalf while Jack Carty is included amongst the replacements.
Connacht team to face Exeter:
15. Darragh Leader
14. Niyi Adeolokun
13. Robbie Henshaw
12. Dave McSharry
11. Danie Poolman
10. Craig Ronaldson
9. Ian Porter
1. Denis Buckley
2. Jason Harris-Wright
3. Nathan White (captain)
4. Michael Swift
5. Mick Kearney
6. Andrew Browne
7. Willie Faloon
8. George Naoupu
Replacements:
16. Dave Heffernan
17. Ronan Loughney
18. Rodney Ah You
19. Aly Muldowney
20. Danny Qualter
21. Caolin Blade
22. Jack Carty
23. Fionn Carr
