Maurice Brosnan: Three areas where the All-Ireland hurling final was won and lost

Liam Cahill’s faith in Tipperary’s youth, a clever defensive plan, and relentless second-half pressure delivered a remarkable comeback against Cork.

BRIGHT YOUNG THINGS: Liam Cahill put his faith in young Tipperary players like Darragh McCarthy and it paid off. Pic: INPHO/Bryan Keane

The plus one 

So much talk in the buildup to this decider revolved around the amount of goals both teams have scored this season. Cork’s semi-final triumph was always likely to prompt a reaction from the Tipperary camp. They opted to free up Bryan O’Mara as a sweeper and play with two forwards in their inside line.