Both sides draw comfort from Croker classic

Kerry 1-16 Mayo 1-16

Throw as many adjectives as you want at this game — most of them will stick.

What it certainly wasn’t was an occasion for the traditionalists. They’ll baulk at the 50-plus foul count, but even that did nothing to take away from either its entertainment or quality. Look back at the ample clean turnovers and realise these two teams know the tackle can be an art form.