James Owens has been confirmed as referee for this year's All Ireland senior hurling final.
The August 18th clash of Kilkenny and Tipperary will be the Wexford native's third hurling decider.
Owens previously took charge of the 2015 final between Galway and Kilkenny, and last year's win for Limerick over Galway.
Patrick Murphy will take charge of the Minor final meeting of Galway and Kilkenny.
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