John Kiely’s Limerick remain Tipperary’s biggest hurdle ahead of Thurles clash

Tipperary’s strong first-half displays mask second-half struggles as they chase elusive derby win over dominant Limerick in Thurles

Aaron Gillane of Limerick tussles with Michael Breen of Tipperary. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

“You never got me down, Ray.”

Limerick aren’t known to comb for crumbs of comfort but there are stark facts to consider when they meet Tipperary on Saturday.