All the major fixtures in last weekend’s bowling programme were abandoned because of the continuing severe weather. The massive calendar of events planned for the Christmas period could also fall by the way unless a quick and sustained thaw sets in.

PAT BUTLER produced a dramatic last shot win over Bill Daly in the Murphy’s Stout Munster senior championship tie at Templemartin on Sunday. Butler looked to be making his exit from the 2004 race before redeeming himself with a make or break last shot.