Hurler of the Year Michael Fennelly has admitted he was unsure of his Kilkenny future as recently as two years ago.

In an interview to be broadcast on TV3 over the Christmas, the Ballyhale Shamrocks powerhouse said: "Back in 2009, after captaining Kilkenny, I was looking at my own career and wondering 'have I got a future with Kilkenny?' There's only so much you can take on the bench because it's all about playing."

Fennelly revealed how having laser surgery on his left eye greatly helped his cause.

"Up to two years ago, I used to wear contact lenses playing hurling. I got laser treatment done two years ago from Dr O'Keeffe up in the Mater Private in Dublin and I found that to be a great help.

"The contact lenses were not doing enough because I've a stigmatism in my (left) eye so the laser rectified that. I've a weak left eye. I found my first touch wasn't great - I don't know if Brian Cody might question whether it has improved or not, but I've found myself it has.

"I find it easier to catch high balls. It's absolutely super." Tweet

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