Shane Boland returns to the Mayo starting team for the clash with Sligo this weekend. Photo: Sportsfile

Two changes to Mayo hurling team for clash with Sligo

Mayo GAA hurling joint-managers Brian Finn and Ray Larkin have made two changes to their starting team ahead of the Allianz National Hurling League round five game against Sligo this Saturday afternoon (March 16) at 1 p.m. in Kent Park, Ballydoogan, Sligo.

Returning Tooreen sharpshooter Shane Boland is named to start on Saturday in place of Adrian Phillips, while Michael Farrell from Ballyhaunis gets the nod ahead of Matthew Connor, Caiseal Gaels.

A win on Saturday will guarantee a place in the Division 3A final for Mayo. David Kenny will captain the team on the day, with Derry's Tarlach Conway down to referee the contest.

Midwest Radio will have live commentary on Saturday with Michael D. McAndrew and Frank Browne, while Mayo GAA will have live updates on all social media channels. Tickets can be purchased here.

The Mayo team in full is as follows: Bobby Douglas; Luke Connor, Danny Hill, Oisin Greally; Conal Hession, David Kenny, Eoghan Collins; Daniel Huane, John Heraty; Sean Kenny, Liam Lavin, Cormac Phillips; Shane Boland, Eoghan Delaney, Michael Farrell.

On the subs' bench are: Barry Lane, Matthew Connor, Connor Murray, Joseph Burke, Ronan Reilly, Evan Heraty, Brendan Sheridan, Sean Mulroy, James Gallagher, Diarmuid Phillips, Paddy Dozio.