Live GAA updates: Galway out to loosen Kilkenny's hold on Leinster
Leinster Senior Hurling Final:
Kilkenny v Galway, Croke Park, 4pm
Joe McDonagh Cup Final:
Kildare v Laois, Croke Park, 1.45pm
Tailteann Cup:
Wexford v Antrim, Wexford Park, 1pm
Sligo v Carlow, Tubbercurry, 2pm
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Hello and welcome to live coverage of today's Leinster hurling final between Kilkenny and Galway.
The Cats are aiming to make it six provincial titles in a row today, while Micheál Donoghue's team are in search of a first title since 2018.
Derek Lyng's side won comprehensively in their first meeting in the Leinster championship this year, but Galway have picked up form since that match.
Throw in at Croke Park for the Leinster final will be at 4pm.
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