Kerry aiming to hit the ground running in Munster Hurling League

Twelve months ago, Kerry secured a historic three-point victory over Tipperary in the Munster Hurling League. On Thursday they welcome Cork to their den

DUAL STAR: Barry Mahony, the talented dual star, has opted to go with the Kerry footballers. Pic: Daire Brennan/Sportsfile

In this peculiar hunting ground, the prey have happy memories. 12 months ago, Kerry secured a historic three-point victory over Tipperary in the Munster Hurling League. On Thursday they welcome Cork to their den.

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