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07 Sept 2025

Doubt over two players ahead of Kilkenny SHC Semi-Finals

O'Loughlin Gaels are likely to be without two key men

Doubt over two players ahead of Kilkenny SHC Semi-Finals

O'Loughlins are likely to be without Mikey Butler and Mark Bergin this Sunday's St Canice's Credit Union SHC Semi-Final against Bennettsbridge. 

the city team's grip on the Tom Walsh Cup was severely tested but like true champions they fought to a dramatic success over Dicksboro in last Sunday’s quarter-final.

However, second half red cards to Mikey Butler and Mark Bergin mean the pair are likely to miss this weekend's semi-final at Kilkenny GAA HQ.

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Mikey Butler was sent off for a high challenge on Shane Stapleton and team captain Mark Bergin for an off the ball incident with Ollie Walsh.

O'Loughlins Gaels and Bennettsbridge throws-in at 1.45pm this Sunday as part of a double header in UPMC Nowlan Park, with Thomastown and Mullinavat following at 3.45pm. 

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