Brian Gavin: Nolan's lucky escape a defining moment for Clare

18 June 2022; Referee Colm Lyons during the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Quarter-Final match between Clare and Wexford at the FBD Semple Stadium in Thurles, Tipperary. Photo by Ray McManus/Sportsfile

In years gone by, All-Ireland quarter-finals have given an indication of who’s in the shake-up for the final but that has changed in recent years.

I tipped Colm Lyons for a final a couple of years ago but I wonder if it turns out to be Clare and Limerick on July 17 will he be strong enough to handle it?