It was their second league title in succession and their 11th National League title overall .
On 5 May 2003 , Kilkenny won the title following a 5 - 14 to 5 - 13 win over Tipperary in the final .
Kilkenny was their second league title in succession and their 11th National League title overall .
On 5 May 2003 , Kilkenny won the title following a 5 - 14 to 5 - 13 win over Tipperary in the final .