Kilkenny stars DJ Carey and Martin Comerford return to the first team ranks for Sunday's NHL Div 1A clash with Galway.

Waterford star Ken McGrath is to use video evidence in is defence when he comes before the GAC tomorrow.

Niall Gilligan led the line in superb fashion as Clare cruised to an opening day NHL Div 1A victory over Laois at Cusack Park, Ennis.

At half-time in Divisions 1A and 1B of the National Hurling League, Meath are holding Galway, Offaly are ahead of Wexford and All-Ireland champions Tipperary lead undefeated Cork.