sentences:  It was a repeat of 2004 when Kilkenny were going for three wins in-a-row, however, Cork stopped them.On this occasion the tables were turned as Kilkenny halted Cork's bid for a three in-a-row, defeating them by 1–16 to 1–13.Shortly after his first defeat in ten championship games Allen announced, after much speculation, that he was not seeking another term as Cork manager.