Scrum-half Ben O’Donovan was promoted to the senior squad ahead of the 2026/27 season after six months in the Academy.

O’Donovan signed a senior contract until 2028 having initially joined the Munster Rugby Academy in February 2026 on an 18-month deal.

He joined the Munster Rugby Academy from Canterbury having previously represented the New Zealand U20s in 2024.

O’Donovan was born in Dublin and was brought up in Christchurch, New Zealand.

In his first campaign at the province, O’Donovan made five appearances including a debut away to Exeter Chiefs in the Challenge Cup.