It hasn't always been a rivalry to savour but Kerry v Mayo, whether it's league or championship, has certainly been a notable attraction for over a decade now.In the noughties, the Kingdom treated the westerners with contempt in two All-Ireland finals.
It was hard to watch for green and red followers; a dose of reality. In truth, Mayo were punching above their weight in making those respective deciders.In 2010, following championship defeats to Sligo and Longford, John O'Mahony's second stint in charge of Mayo came to an end.
The search began for a successor. Mayo native and former Dublin and Offaly manager, Tommy Lyons, many thought, would get the gig.
In the end, James Horan, on the back of guiding Ballintubber to a county title, was the chosen one.His first season at the helm saw Mayo regain the Connacht crown and then knock reigning Sam Maguire holders, Cork, out of the championship.