Three years ago, Kilkenny lined up against Galway in the All-Ireland semi-final.

Kilkenny boss Brian Cody has dropped skipper Charlie Carter from his lineup for Sunday's NHL clash with Tipperary at Nowlan Park.

Youngster Willie O'Dwyer will make his senior debut for Kilkenny on Sunday alongside Hurler of the Year Henry Shefflin in the half-forward line.

Leinster 4-15 Munster 3-17

Leinster have announced their Railway Cup hurling team to play Connacht in the semi-final on Saturday at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny.