Kilkenny SHL: Bennettsbridge into league final, battling Mullinavat make shield decider

Mullinavat got the better of a tough Erin’s Own outfit  

Kilkenny's Richie Leahy was on the scoresheet for Bennettsbridge. Picture: INPHO/Donall Farmer

Mullinavat battled their way into the Kilkenny senior hurling league shield final, but had to get the better of a tough Erin’s Own (Castlecomer) outfit to get there.

Going into their rearranged game — this was one of two senior games postponed last weekend due to bereavements — the ’Vat knew a good result would be enough to overtake O’Loughlin Gaels and secure a final spot, which also comes with a place in the championship quarter-finals.