Smith to make first start of 2016 as Cian O'Neill makes 6 changes to Kildare side for visit of Limerick

Cian O'Neill is staying true to his word of giving every member of his panel a decent run out in the league, as he has opted to make six changes to the side that defeated Longford last Sunday.

Alan Smith comes in at corner-forward to make his first start for the Lilywhites this year, while his Sarsfields clubmate Matty Byrne will make his first ever start in the league.

Goalkeeper Tom Corley replaces last Sunday's man of the match MarkDonnellan between the posts, while Eoin Powderly comes in at corner-back for Ollie Lyons and Johnny Byrne takes Emmet Bolton's place in the half-back line.

The final change sees Daryl Flynn take the place of Daniel Flynn, who has featured heavily for Kildare so far this year.

Limerick are without a win in this year's league, with a draw at home to Tipperary in round one representing their only positive result thus far.

Throw-in is at 1.30pm in St Conleth's on Sunday afternoon, and KildareNow will be reporting live from the home of Kildare GAA to bring you all the action.