Waterford’s Jack O’Donoghue is in contention for Munster’s Pro 14 meeting with Southern Kings on Friday.

He is among 13 players released for international duty ahead of the next round of provincial games.

The Ireland Coaching group have released 13 players back to their provinces to access game time in the Guinness PRO14 this weekend.

Chris Farrell & Jack O’Donoghue have returned to Munster training ahead of Friday night's clash against Southern Kings in Cork (7.35pm).#MUNvKIN pic.twitter.com/jFQlvgKDLK

— Munster Rugby (@Munsterrugby) February 10, 2020

Leinster pair Ronan Kelleher and Max Deegan are the only players returning to their provinces having seen action for Ireland in the last fortnight.

Dave Kearney, Luke McGrath and Will Connors also join back up with Leo Cullen’s side.

Ultan Dillane and Dave Heffernan are back at Connacht ahead of their meeting with Cardiff.

While Ulster welcome back Billy Burns, Tom O’Toole, Stuart McCloskey and Jack McGrath ahead of Saturday’s trip to the Ospreys.