Chasing pack try to upstage Nenagh
The two big games in the first round are the meeting of Cork Constitution and Cobh Pirates and Garryowen at home to Thurles.
First round ties are scheduled for 16th January, with the second round games set to go ahead two weeks later on the 30th January. All ties are to be decided on the day, with extra time to be played if necessary.
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