Three things we’ve learned from the league

Irish Examiner columnist, Donal O'Grady, lists three things we have learned from this year's National Hurling League campaign.

Mon, 06 May, 2013 - 01:00

Donal O'Grady

1. Finals are not a barometer for Munster teams

So the league has concluded but does it provide a signpost for ultimate championship honours in September? The league final stats for the last 20 years make interesting reading.

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