It’ll be ‘incredibly tough’ in Munster this year, says Kiely

After winning the Division 1 final, the Limerick boss will be looking to claim a fifth consecutive provincial title.

LEAGUE WINNER: Limerick manager John Kiely before the Allianz Hurling League Final match between Kilkenny and Limerick at Páirc Ui Chaoimh in Cork. Photo by Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

John Kiely believes the forthcoming Munster senior hurling championship is “possibly the most competitive” in four years.

After winning a Division 1 final by 11 points, Kiely could be accused of trying to play down the All-Ireland champions’ aspirations of claiming a fifth consecutive provincial title.