Turlough O’Brien and Colm Bonnar will continue as Carlow football and hurling managers for 2019.

Ballyhale Shamrocks (Kilkenny) v Kilmallock (Limerick) Today: Croke Park, 2pm TV: TG4

Ballyhale Shamrocks joint manager Colm Bonnar says the different approach taken by hurling referees in Kilkenny has contributed to the Cats’ success at intercounty level, believing club competition can be so intense, it’s "nearly a relief" for players to return to inter-county fare.