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The Morning Score: Friday

King Shefflin returns to his throne, Villa wait decision on prospective new manager and Harrington gets back in the swing.

1. #CHAMPIONSHIP Henry Shefflin will make his return to the Kilkenny team for tomorrow’s Leinster SHC semi-final clash with Wexford in Wexford Park.

The Ballyhale man endured a nine-month lay off after a cruciate ligament injury sustained in last year’s campaign.

2. #MERRY-GO-ROUND It’s high noon for Wigan today as manager Roberto Martinez will decide by lunchtime if he’s to stay at the club.

Aston Villa are interested in appointing the Spaniard as successor to Gerard Houllier.

3. #HOOPS The NBA play-offs took another twist overnight as the Dallas Mavericks took a series lead, beating the Miami Heat 112-103. We’ll have more soon.

4. #GOLF Pádraig Harrington made an good start to his injury comeback at the St Jude Classic in Tennessee. Get the details here.

5. #HEINEKEN CUP The Aviva Stadium will host the Heineken Cup final in 2012.

6. #VELOCITY Usain Bolt kick-started his year at the third attempt, in Norway last night, running the fastest 200 metres of 2011. The Jamaican – who says he’s good enough to play for Man United - powering to victory in a time of 19.86 seconds.