Diarmuid Ryan: Clare's performance has to go up another level, if not two against Limerick

When they clashed in Ennis in early May, Brian Lohan’s side endured a rough day at the office.

ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT: Clare's Diarmuid Ryan knows they will need to play better against Limerick. Pic: ©INPHO/Tom O'Hanlon.

Clare signed off on their Munster senior hurling championship with a decisive loss to Cork. However, finishing in third position allowed them time to regroup before facing Dublin in an All-Ireland quarter-final, and in Thurles on Saturday an impressive double-digit victory was secured.

Cratloe’s Diarmuid Ryan said the month to prepare was well utilised.