Corrigan Park the place to be as Antrim hurlers take on mighty Kilkenny

Belfast Telegraph

26-04-2025

Antrim take top billing with their second outing in the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship.
They entertain former kingpins Kilkenny at Corrigan Park tomorrow (2.00pm) hoping to bounce back from their opening day defeat to Wexford,
And sides in the Christy Ring Cup will also be hoping for home comforts with Derry taking on Meath at Celtic Park today (1.00pm) and Tyrone looking to see off Ulster rivals Donegal at Carrickmore (12.30pm).
Derry have already claimed the scalp of Donegal and manager Johnny McGarvey is hopeful that his side can make life difficult for Meath.
The Oak Leaf side have gained in confidence and are likely to benefit from having a strong tranche of experience in their side which is normally highlighted by Ruairi O Mianain, Richie Mullan, Meehaul McGrath, John McGrath and Cormac O'Doherty.
Victory today would thrust Derry into a stronger position in the competition but manager McGarvey is taking nothing for granted.
Tyrone face a tricky mission against Donegal at Carrickmore but home advantage could weigh in their favour on this particular occasion.
Meanwhile, Armagh face a trip to Roscommon where they will confront the home side at Dr Hyde Park today (1.00pm).
The Orchard county have some ground to make up and will look to players such as Stephen Renaghan, Peter McKearney, Pauric McNaughton, Joe O'Connor and Shea Gaffney to bolster their challenge.
Roscommon normally provide stiff opposition on their own soil but if Armagh can get off to a good start they might come good in the end.
Fermanagh, meanwhile, will face local rivals Sligo in the Nicky Rackard Cup at Brewster Park, Enniskillen (3.00pm).
Manager Joe Baldwin has watched his Erne outfit serve up some encouraging performances but they will need to be on their toes if they are to get the better of a Sligo side that is a subtle blend of youth and experience.