12-08-2025
WATCH: Video emerges of hit that left Kyle Hayes hospitalised
Video footage has emerged of the challenge which sent Limerick star Kyle Hayes to the hospital during a club Championship match in Limerick.
Hayes was lining out his side side Kildimo-Pallaskenry and they were playing Newcastle West in the second round of Limerick Senior Hurling County Championship on Friday evening.
Around 17 minutes into the match, the 27-year old was on the receiving end of a vicious challenge from Newcastle West full-back Maurice Murphy. Hayes had to receive on-pitch treatment for five minutes before leaving for the hospital in a neck brace to receive a MRI scan. Murphy was sent off for his challenge. Kyle Hayes. Pic: INPHO/Laszlo Geczo
In Hayes' absence Kildimo-Pallaskenry were able to manage a draw with Newcastle West, drawing 2-16 all. However after the match footage has now emerged of the challenge which gave Hayes a suspected concussion.
Tipperary fans and all hurling fans in general, will be keeping a close eye on Limerick SHC updates as five-time All-Star Kyle Hayes suffered a serious back injury in Friday's clash between Kildimo-Pallaskenry and Newcastle West.
Best wishes to Kyle on a full and speedy…
