Carlow began their Joe McDonagh Cup campaign for 2022 on the road to Navan.
Having seen off Meath on the last day of the national hurling league, they were back to Pairc Tailteann to face the Royals on home turf again.
Brendan Hennessy and Terence Kelly were on duty for a 2pm start to bring you full coverage of the game.
Commentary with thanks to Dooley Motors Carlow.