Talking points: All on the line next week in Munster dogfight

Our writers pick out the key takeaways from the weekend’s action.

Still clear as mud in Munster battle

Defeat for Clare, Tipperary or Waterford next Sunday will all but end their chances of winning through to the All-Ireland senior hurling championship. Should Clare lose to Tipperary, they would only be able to finish level on four points with their opponents next weekend. However, they could sneak ahead of them on score difference should another team finish up with them on four points.