Limerick hurlers bow to the inevitable

Kilkenny 0-18 Limerick 0-13

Mon, 01 Aug, 2005 - 01:00
Jim O’Sullivan

It was demanded of them if they were to mount a serious challenge in this disappointing Guinness All-Ireland hurling quarter-final.

But, against a disjointed Kilkenny side who just about stuttered through to their inevitable win, the best they had to offer was very determined and skilful play from their defence.

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