Clare were the defending champions, however, they were beaten by Kilkenny in the All-Ireland semi-final.

[4] Wexford's Seán O'Brien was the championship's top scorer with 3-67.

On 30 September 2023, Special Congress voted to make some structural changes to the All-Ireland series, resulting in the creation of two new rounds of games.

The winners of those games advance to the All-Ireland quarter-finals against the beaten Munster and Leinster finalists.

The Munster and Leinster champions progress straight into the All-Ireland semi-finals.