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06 Sept 2025

Kilkenny's Cillian Buckley anounces retirement from inter-county hurling

The Dicksboro man steps away after 13 years service to the county

Kilkenny's Cillian Buckley anounces retirement from inter-county hurling

Kilkenny's Cillian Buckley reacts after reaching last years All-Ireland Final. Picture: Piaras O'Midheach/Sportsfile

Reporter:

Robert Cribbin

01 Aug 2024 10:05 AM

Email:

robert.cribbin@kilkennypeople.ie

Kilkenny Senior Hurler and Dicksboro clubman Cillian Buckley has today announced his retirement from inter county hurling, following an impressive 13 years and 56 championship appearances in the black and amber.
Buckley joined the senior panel in 2012 at 19 years of age and during his distinguished career, won eight Leinster titles, five National League titles, captaining Kilkenny to the League title in 2018, and three All-Ireland titles. 
Winning two All-Stars, in 2014 and 2015, were also testament to his contributions to Kilkenny hurling.
Buckley's gametime has been limited in recent season's but his last gasp goal in the 2023 Leinster Hurling Final victory over Galway will certainly live long in the memory.
His inter-county journey began in 2009 when he joined the Kilkenny minor panel.  In 2010, Cillian then captained his side to the All-Ireland Final and proudly climbed the steps of the Hogan Stand to lift the Irish Press Cup following Kilkenny’s victory over Clare.
Kilkenny Senior Hurling Manager Derek Lyng thanked Cillian, saying “Cillian has been a true servant to Kilkenny and I’m honoured to have had the opportunity to work with Cillian and witness first-hand his commitment to excellence and the high standards he held himself to throughout his career.  Cillian was a brilliant team player with a great attitude and I wish him well in his retirement.”
County Board Chairman, PJ Kenny paid tribute to Cillian, saying “On behalf of Kilkenny County Board and all associated with Kilkenny hurling, I would like to thank Cillian for his service to Kilkenny and for all the great memories he has given us and all the supporters over the years.  I wish Cillian the very best for the future.”
 
Player Profile
Cillian Buckley (Dicksboro)
Joined Panel: 2012
Honours:
3 All-Ireland SHC (2012, 2014, 2015); 8 Leinster SHC (2014-2016, 2020-2024); 5 NHL (2012-2014, 2018, 2021); 1 Walsh Cup (2017); 1 Leinster U21 HC (2012); 1 All-Ireland MHC (2010) Captain; 2 Leinster MHC (2009, 2010); 2 All-Ireland Senior Colleges HC (2009, 2010); 1 Kilkenny SHC (2017); 1 Kilkenny IHC (2010); 1 Kilkenny U21 HC (2009); 2 Kilkenny MHC (2009, 2010); 2 All Stars (2014, 2015)

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