Shamrocks and ‘Shock in draw thriller

ST MARTIN’S (Muckalee) and James Stephens eased into the Kilkenny SHC semi-finals yesterday, but league kings and championship favourites Ballyhale Shamrocks and neighbours and fierce rivals Carrickshock must meet again after a thrilling draw.

Shamrocks had the semi-final ticket snatched from their grasp when a late, late point from county star Richie Power forced a 3-14 to 2-17 draw.

Five minutes from the end Shamrocks were in trouble when a Richie Power point put wind assisted Carrickshock 3-12 to 1-15 ahead.