The only bit of entertainment I got out of the two games this weekend was meeting the renowned Effin’ Eddie from YouTube fame in the middle of the field at Semple Stadium, writes Tony Considine.

There has been plenty drama and excitement in the opening weekends of the Munster SHC but that shouldn’t paper over some worrying issues.

I questioned on Saturday how many tight games this Tipperary team had won, thought this might be the one. I was wrong, they came up short again, and in their home ground.

I cannot understand all the pessimism about Limerick, especially in the county itself.

Half-time was important for Cork. I’d say a few harsh words were spoken.

Cork versus Waterford — what rivalry, what outstanding tradition they have.

There was one winner in Semple Stadium in this league final, above either Kilkenny or Tipperary, and that winner was hurling.

The best games in the last number of years have been between Kilkenny and Tipperary.

On the way to the Gaelic Grounds yesterday, the fine weather, fellas having tea and sandwiches from the boot of the car, it made you crave for summer hurling.

Kilkenny and Clare should hold sway