The Electric Ireland Leinster Minor Hurling Championship gets underway for Kilkenny this weekend and they face stiff opposition in their opening encounter.

Niall Bergin’s side play host to Galway on Saturday afternoon with both teams looking to get off to the perfect start ahead of the provincial campaign.

Given the pedigree of both counties at this grade, hopes will be high that two of this year’s genuine All-Ireland contenders can put on a thrilling clash.