Brian Lohan feared game start would suit Tipp

Clare boss Brian Lohan admitted he was concerned that Tipperary would show the benefits of a game in the Munster Championship.

24 April 2022; Tipperary manager Colm Bonnar and Clare manager Brian Lohan shake hands after the Munster GAA Hurling Senior Championship Round 2 match between Tipperary and Clare at FBD Semple Stadium in Thurles, Tipperary. Photo by Ray McManus/Sportsfile

Clare boss Brian Lohan admitted yesterday he was concerned that Tipperary would show the benefits of a game in the Munster Championship.

Lohan’s side were in irresistible form in Thurles, but the former full-back said: “They (Tipperary) were up to the pace of Munster Championship, we were hoping they wouldn't get a jump on us and we'd be chasing the game. So it worked out in our favour.”