Brian Cody's Cats claimed the opening points of Division 1A of the National Hurling League
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Shorn of the bulk of last year's All Ireland-winning panel, Kilkenny still managed to beat Cork 1-22 to 2-17 in Pairc Ui Rinn.
Dublin host Tipperary this afternoon in Parnell Park from 2pm.
There's one game in Division 1B today, with Wexford taking on Antrim.
There was a draw at the Gaelic Grounds last night – Limerick 2-16 Waterford 0-22 the final score.
While Offaly began with a win, beating Laois 1-24 to 0-23 at O'Moore Park.