Leinster bosses block live coverage of replay

Leinster Council chiefs yesterday rejected moves by RTÉ to provide live coverage of the Leinster semi-final replay involving Galway and Kilkenny.

RTÉ informed the provincial council they would televise the fixture provided there was a 2.30pm throw-in on Saturday. The offer was turned down by the Leinster Council, who expressed concern that an afternoon start would seriously impact on the crowd size.

RTÉ last night confirmed they would not be streaming the game online, a decision which is certain to cause frustration for supporters on both sides who are unable to travel.