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.

Three things we’ve learned from the league
Mon, 06 May, 2013 - 01:00
Donal O'Grady
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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