Tony Considine: Kilmallock were in control from the word go

Kilmallock manager Tony Considine celebrates after the game. Picture: INPHO/Ben Whitley

Kilmallock manager Tony Considine was convinced his team would defeat Midleton once they started quickly.

Four points up at the first water break, the Limerick champions showed no signs of rust from their seven-week lay-off and were never behind in a game they led by 11 points on three occasions.