The 29-year-old has been out with a shoulder and neck injury suffered in the World Cup final success over New Zealand
Leinster-bound lock RG Snyman will form a second row partnership with Thomas Ahern for Munster's trip to Scarlets.
Fullback Mike Haley also makes his return for the URC clash after a five-month absence since undergoing hip surgery.
Two-time World Cup winner Snyman last featured for Munster in last season's URC final victory over the Stormers in Cape Town.
The 29-year-old has been out with a shoulder and neck injury suffered in the World Cup final success over New Zealand.

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