Central Council says no to hurling league and championship change

There will be no change to the All-Ireland senior hurling championship and National Hurling League after Central Council voted to retain the status quo on Saturday.

Despite proposals by Cork for an eight-team top flight and the likes of Kilkenny for a seven-team Division 1 and seven-team Division 2, the current six-side divisional format will be retained for the foreseeable future.

Some of the traditional hurling counties privately voiced disappointment with the decision.