Munster SHC: Clare up and running as late Cork comeback falls short 

The Banner’s championship pulse has strengthened. It has been a successful recovery from the throwaway above in Ennis first day out.

CRUCIAL INTERVENTION: Clare powerhouse David Fitzgerald is tackled by Shane Barrett of Cork. Pic: Ray McManus, Sportsfile

Munster SHC: Clare 3-26 Cork 3-24

Clare bounced back, eventually. They required several attempts to put away a Cork side not for going away.