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

What’s all the fuss about over this Sky contract? Are people for real? Surely if you’re selling something – and that’s what the GAA were doing here with their broadcasting rights – you want the best deal you can.

Is there any game like Tipperary v Cork to get people talking?

This is a big weekend in the Allianz Hurling League but I have a problem with it.

I fancied one of the Division 1A games would be a draw this week and I was right, with Clare and Galway finishing all square in Ennis.

Credit where it is due, I think the GAA have got this league format right.