Pauric Mahony loss may be crucial in Munster final

Resilience has been central to the exploits of both teams in their Munster campaigns.

The manner in which Ballygunner returned fire and then some against Glen Rovers was the mark of an excellent side. Even without Pauric Mahony, there’s an assuredness about their play but they’ll miss suspended Philip Mahony tomorrow.

Na Piarsaigh’s fortitude in the second half against Sixmilebridge can only have confirmed to manager Shane O’Neill what he has felt about his team for some time now: that they are ready and willing to go to the next level.