O'Dwyer says Laois have come a long way

Laois boss Mick O'Dwyer crowned himself the king of understatement by admitting his Laois side have come a long way this year.

The midlands minnows booked their place in the Leinster final by beating Dublin.

"We have improved with every game I've been in charge. There's a little luck following me around the country I think. I suppose I have a little bit of know-how - when you've been around for 50 years, you pick up a little bit," said O'Dwyer.