Kilkenny to stand alone in face of Munster march

At 5.15pm, there's a distinct chance that all four semi-final spots in this year's All-Ireland hurling championship could be occupied by Munster counties.

Tipperary and Limerick have every chance of advancing from this afternoon's SHC quarter-finals, particularly Ken Hogan's beaten Munster finalists, who take on Galway in the opener (throw-in 2pm) at Croke Park.