Allianz League fixtures: Cork hurlers host Limerick in opener, Kerry handed tough schedule 

The provisional fixtures have been sent to County boards, but are subject to change.

LEAGUE OPENER: Sean Finn of Limerick is tackled by Alan Connolly of Cork. Pic: Ray McManus/Sportsfile

All-Ireland football champions Kerry have been handed a tough roster of league fixtures for next season, with trips to Donegal, Mayo, Tyrone and Galway on the provisional schedule sent to counties Wednesday.

Jack O'Connor's men kick off the new season with three of their first four games against Ulster opposition, including the Jan 29 opener in Ballybofey.