GAA: Whelehan and Birr victorious in Kilkenny

Birr 2-10, Castletown 0-05 (full-time)

Simon Whelehan made a glorious return after injury to inspire Offaly champions Birr to a convincing victory over Castletown (Laois) in the AIB Leinster Club Senior Hurling Championship final replay at Nolan Park.