Three different sliotars for Páirc Uí Chaoimh double-header

Three brands of sliotar have officially been sanctioned for use in this weekend’s All-Ireland senior hurling quarter-finals in Páirc Uí Chaoimh — but only Clare and Tipperary have agreed on a ball of choice.

Since 2006, counties have been asked to state their preference of licenced ball prior to All-Ireland semi-finals and finals. That also applies to the forthcoming matches in Cork where referees and umpires will provide them.

The regulation was backed by Central Council 11 years ago in an attempt to cut out “unethical behaviour” regarding the use of sliotars.