The last man to lead Limerick to an All-Ireland hurling final believes one crucial commodity is holding the county back from a return to that elite level — consistency.

It was a case of throw off the shackles and hurl, to see themselves as good as what’s out there.

Limerick legend Eamonn Cregan has delivered a damning verdict on the county’s senior hurling team — insisting no progress is being made.

Tipperary have stormed into the lead in the second half of their Division 1B league match against Waterford in in Thurles this afternoon.

Tipperary are in the lead at half-time against Waterford in their Division 1B league match in Thurles this afternoon.