There will be those who think last Saturday’s All-Ireland U21 hurling semi-final win by Kilkenny over Galway in Thurles is a guide towards what’s likely to happen in the senior final.

Galway's star forward Joe Canning believes that neighbours Clare will pose a stiff test in today's GAA All-Ireland Under-21 Hurling Championship semi-final at Semple Stadium (throw-in 2.30pm).

JASON SHERLOCK has been given a starting place on the Dublin team for next Sunday’s Bank of Ireland Leinster SFC final at Croke Park, while former Austin Stack’s clubman Billy Sheehan retains his place on the Laois side.