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A statement from the broadcaster today adds that Joanne Cantwell will return to her usual presenter’s role for the live show, while Jacqui Hurley will continue to anchor the highlights show which will follow later that evening. RTÉ will also be broadcasting the four provincial football finals as well as the Munster and Leinster hurling finals, the Joe McDonagh Cup and Tailteann Cup Finals as well as the All-Ireland Semi-Finals in football, hurling and camogie. Advertisement Additionally, Irish language television commentary will be available on select games from 7 June starting with the Munster hurling final. This service will also be provided for the Leinster hurling final, All-Ireland quarter-finals, semi-finals and finals in both football and hurling along with the All-Ireland camogie final and the Tailteann Cup Final. RTÉ will announce their full coverage of the championship in the coming weeks. 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