Stapleton rejects criticism of Tipp as ‘over the top’

PADDY STAPLETON reckons criticism of Tipperary’s All-Ireland final display was excessive.

Although he appreciates expectations of the hurlers are always high amongst their own, the corner-back believes they performed well in the second half after their poor start, which saw them fail to score for the opening 15 minutes.

“I’d say we met a Kilkenny team that were pumped up on the day and full of quality,” said the Borrisileigh man.