Leinster are hopeful that Luke Fitzgerald and Eoin Reddan will both be able to play some part in Friday's Pro 12 match against the Dragons at the RDS.

The duo missed out on Ireland's opening two Six Nation's matches because of injury and will now be hoping to prove their fitness ahead of next week's clash with England at Twickenham.

Leinster head coach Matt O'Connor has also indicated that Fergus McFadden is likely to start against the Dragons after being released from the Ireland squad, while Mike McCarthy and Jordi Murphy are also available.

Image: Jordi Murphy and Luke Fitzgerald ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan