2016 National Hurling League

Kerry entered Division 1 as the promoted team from the 2015 season.

Clare won the title for the first time since 1978 after a 1-23 to 2-19 win against Waterford in a replay.

Thirty one county teams from Ireland take part (Cavan do not).

On 8 May 2016, Clare won the title following a 1-23 to 2-19 win over Waterford in a replay of the final.

Clare, who were undefeated in Division 1B, secured promotion to the top tier.

Clare's Patrick Kelly was the top goalkeeper having kept 4 clean sheets.

At the other end of the table, Warwickshire were relegated after losing all five of their group stage games.

Roscommon's Noel Fallon was the top goalkeeper having kept 3 clean sheets.

Longford's Reuben Murray was the top goalkeeper having kept one clean sheet.