Kerry hurling chiefs claim “common sense” prevailed with the decision to clear All-Ireland medallist Patrick Kelly to continue with the Kingdom.

Former All-Ireland medallist Patrick Kelly is available for a potential recall with his native Clare in 2016 after being ruled ineligible to continue with Christy Ring Cup champions Kerry.

Match of the day in a busy weekend of divisional senior hurling championship games was the Mid Tipp clash of county champions, Thurles Sarsfields and divisional title-holders, Drom-Inch at Holycross yesterday.