Former Republic of Ireland international Kevin Kilbane has never been shy in his support of Mayo and if Cillian O’Connor finally lifts Sam Maguire, Kilbane’s late father Farrell will be close to his thoughts.

Clare chairman Michael McDonagh believes there is nationwide support in the GAA to make all Championship games available on free-to-air TV.

TV3 have won the rights to exclusively screen the 2015 Rugby World Cup in Ireland.

O'Moore Park in Portlaoise is set for a triple header of GAA Championship games including the plum All-Ireland SFC fourth round qualifier tie involving Wicklow and Kildare, after the GAA announced details of next weekend's fixtures.

RTE has confirmed an extensive list of GAA championship games to be broadcast live this year in both hurling and football.