Winter fire guaranteed with Munster club hurling

For all the drama and entertainment sport provides, there are very few sporting events which can virtually guarantee both.

Most major finals of an international soccer tournament are to be endured more than enjoyed; in seven of the last eight World Cup or European Championships finals, the losing side failed to score a goal.

A typical weekend of Six Nations rugby will trigger pundits to bemoan the lack of flair and creativity on view compared to what the southern hemisphere offers up, although next spring that tune could change.