Laois claimed promotion following their victory.
It was a positive weekend for midlands sides in the National Hurling League.
Laois secured promotion from Division Two with a comprehensive 28 points to 11 win over Meath in O'Moore Park.
Tommy Fitzgerald's side will compete in Division 1B in 2027.
Meanwhile, Westmeath survived a late scare to claim a one goal and 20 points to three goals and 13 point win over Derry in Cusack Park.
Kevin O'Brien's team are now level on points with Kerry in the standings, but fall behind on the points difference.
Westmeath round off their campaign against Mayo this Saturday, while Laois travel to London on the same day.
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