Irish face huge task, says Kelly

GAA President Sean Kelly expects a "huge task" for Ireland when they go in search of back-to-back International Rules Series wins in October.

Tue, 30 Aug, 2005 - 16:29

GAA President Sean Kelly expects a "huge task" for Ireland when they go in search of back-to-back International Rules Series wins in October.

Manager Pete McGrath confirmed a provisional 43-man squad for the trip Down Under today.

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