Ryan dropped from Limerick team v Tipp

Last year's Limerick captain, TJ Ryan, has been dropped from Padjoe Whelahan's side to face Tipperary in Sunday's National Hurling League clash at the Gaelic Grounds.

Ryan, who lined out in the heart of Limerick's defence during the heavy defeat to Cork last weekend, is believed to be taking a break to work on his fitness over the next month.