Kildare have a strong presence on the 2025 Joe McDonagh Cup team of the year, claiming seven spots after their first-ever Joe McDonagh Cup win.
It was a notable year for Kildare hurling, as they built on their fifth Christy Ring Cup success to reach Croke Park and defeat Laois, securing a maiden Joe McDonagh Cup and promotion to the Leinster senior hurling championship for 2026.
It was a year to savour for Kildare hurling.
Author's summary: Kildare dominate the Joe McDonagh Cup team.