Allen keeping lid on hype as Limerick expectation grows

Limerick boss John Allen admits that managing expectations on Shannonside will be one of his biggest challenges after Sunday’s sensational victory over 2012 champions Tipperary.

Allen’s men upset the form book with a 1-18 to 1-15 win at the Gaelic Grounds which sets up a first provincial final appearance since 2007 against either Cork and Clare.

But Allen is now attempting to keep his squad composed ahead of the showpiece on July 14.