Mick O'Flynn is a Cork man, a Nemo Rangers clubman, who became the most influential non-native on Kilkenny's hurling prospects.

Brian Cody will go forth in search of a fourth All-Ireland SHC title as Kilkenny senior manager after the Cats' county board confirmed his re-appointment last night.

Kilkenny hurling boss Brian Cody has vowed to "freshen things up" with the appointment of two new members to his management set-up.

KILKENNY’S Tommy Walsh insisted yesterday that the All-Ireland champions have nothing to prove as they prepare for an eagerly awaited semi-final against Munster kingpins Waterford on Sunday.