McWeeney to return for Leinster on Friday

Irish international John McWeeney will return to the Leinster line-up for the first time since a summer shoulder operation for the game against Munster in Cork next Friday night. Coach Matt Williams has left his options open in naming his team. It is hoped Brian O'Driscoll and Shane Horgan will be fit to play in the centre, with Peter McKenna and Mark McHugh replacing them respectively if not.

Leo Cullen or Bob Casey will partner Malcolm O'Kelly in the second row, while Shane Byrne and Peter Smyth are vying for the number two shirt.