Carlow got the best of Willie Maher's side last time they met.
Laois are preparing to take on Carlow ahead of this weekend's Division 2A National Hurling League final.
Willie Maher's side were comfortably beaten by the same opposition by five points when the two met last month.
Since then the O'Moore County have steadily improved with victories over Meath, Kerry, and Down in a league semi-final last time out.
Laois keeper Enda Rowland has been to the fore throughout the campaign, playing an active role in playmaking, and free taking.
He says there's been some upsides to last year's relegation:
Throw in at Netwatch Cullen Park is set for 3pm on Sunday.
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