Derek McGrath: The rest are catching up but Limerick's cohesion still stands alone

For me, Tom Morrissey epitomises the greatness of this Limerick team.

MAINSTAY: Tom Morrissey of Limerick. ©INPHO/James Crombie

Attack success and never be afraid to fail.

Offaly are on the cusp of history, Limerick are Limerick, Galway have a free hit, Kilkenny prepare an ambush, Clare are buoyed by the 15-minute revival against Wexford, and Tipperary want to spoil things for the neutral.