Collins seals it for Kerry

A late brace of points from Daniel Collins Kerry progressed to the All-Ireland MBHC final following an absorbing clash in Moneygall on Saturday.

The Kingdom quickly opened an eight-point lead, thanks to a seventh minute Cian Hussey goal and points from Niall Kenny, Ricky Heffernan, Paul McGrath and Michael O’Leary. Kildare hit back though with scorer-in-chief Gerry Keegan netting a 22nd minute goal before Evan Dempsey reduced the gap to three with their second goal in the 27th minute.

Kerry led 1-13 to 2-7 at the break and maintained their advantage throughout the second half despite Kildare’s best efforts.