Brian Cody is refusing to rule ultra experienced defender Jackie Tyrrell out of his plans for Sunday week’s All-Ireland semi-final clash with Waterford.

Nowlan Park will host the county’s Allianz HL fixtures this spring despite considerable damage to the roof of the Old Stand, Kilkenny chairman Ned Quinn confirmed.

The GAA is planning for a sell out crowd at Nowlan Park on Sunday for the Allianz Hurling League final.