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19 Jan 2026

PICTURES: Kilkenny secure their first piece of silverware in 2026

Derek Lyng's side earned a four point victory over Kildare in the Walsh Shield Final

Kilkenny warmed up for next week's Allianz Hurling League with a 1-20 to 2-13 victory over Kildare in a very competitive Walsh Cup Shield Final in Callan.

Seven second half points from substitute Eoin Cody (0-7, 0-4f) as well as a hat-trick of scores from youngster Ed McDermott held off a gallant Lilywhites team who showed early signs of promise for the inter-county season ahead. - MATCH REPORT HERE

LISTEN: Reaction from Derek Lyng and Brian Dowling plus a preview of the season ahead from Andy Comerford is available here

CLICK > TO SCROLL THROUGH PHOTOS BY WILLIE DEMPSEY

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