Maher ends Treaty defence

This was a tame defence of their Munster U-21 hurling title by champions Limerick at the rain-sodden Gaelic Grounds last night.

It was a poor second-half display especially, in which they scored but four points in the regular 30 minutes of play despite being aided by a strong breeze.

Their goal was mere consolation, a net-buster by senior star Shane Dowling in injury time when the game was already gone. But, overall, this was a poor performance and made for a disappointing game for the 5,186 who looked on.