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Kilkenny manager Derek Lyng
Kilkenny senior hurling manager Derek Lyng sat down with Kilkenny People Sport's Robert Cribbin for a wide ranging interview ahead of the 2026 inter-county season. - FULL PODCAST INTERVIEW BELOW
The new campaign will be Lyng's fourth season in the managerial dugout and despite Liam MacCarthy still alluding his side, the Noresiders have kept a firm grip of their Leinster crown during his tenure.
It's another big Allianz Hurling League weekend with Kilkenny and Waterford meeting in a big Division 1A clash in UPMC Nowlan Park on Sunday afternoon.
Where to Watch- The key information for Kilkenny and Waterford league clash
Off the field, Kilkenny have gone outside the county in 2026 with the inclusion of ex-Dublin hurler Niall Corcoran as part of their management team. Hear Derek Lyng's thoughts on his inclusion plus the addition of Cats stalwart Eddie Brennan below.
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