'I wouldn't take anything that man says too seriously' - Kildare's Dowling responds to Babs Keating criticism

Dowling, in an interview with KCLR, pointed out that Naas were without three of their inter-county players against the Wexford champions. He dismissed Keating’s comments but added Kildare will want to prove him wrong

Kildare hurling manager Brian Dowling. Pic: James Crombie/Inpho

Kildare manager Brian Dowling has hit back at Babs Keating for his claim earlier this week that the county face “a crucifixion” in the Leinster SH championship next year.

Tipperary’s two-time All-Ireland winning manager Keating, who lives in Kildare, fears the Lilywhites will be fodder in the competition despite lowering standards in the competition.