Brian Cody has stepped down as Kilkenny senior hurling manager

The 11-time All-Ireland SHC winning manager, who guided The Cats to a 17th final last Sunday, was the longest serving manager in the history of the inter-county game after being appointed in late 1998

DEPARTING: Brian Cody has stepped down as Kilkenny manager. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

Brian Cody, the greatest hurling manager of all time, has stepped down from his role with Kilkenny after 24 seasons.

The 68-year-old’s decision was confirmed in a statement released by the Kilkenny County Board this afternoon.