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Laois’s Paddy Purcell in action against Offaly’s Andy Flynn. “You have to test yourself against the best, that’s the only way to improve,” says the Laois captain. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Purcell hoping Laois can reclaim their place among the big guns

Hurling
Paul Keane
June 26, 2019, 06:00

McDonagh Cup final carries the prize of a return to the Leinster championship

Aidan Nolan is sent off by referee Fergal Horgan. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Aidan Nolan to miss Leinster final after match clock confusion

Hurling
Eamon Donoghue
June 25, 2019, 15:24

He came on for the final 15 minutes of the round-robin draw with Kilkenny

During the Tipp-Limerick game, with neither of them going at full throttle, you could see they were starting to get on each other’s nerves. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Jackie Tyrrell: Hurling world is small and familiarity can breed contempt

Hurling
Jackie Tyrrell
June 21, 2019, 06:31

With six contenders left it’s time to assess where the various teams find themselves

Tipperary’s Patrick Maher leaves the pitch injured in Thurles. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Bad news for Tipperary as ‘Bonner’ receives scan results

Hurling
Eamon Donoghue
June 18, 2019, 11:38

The extent of defender Cathal Barrett’s hamstring injury has yet to be revealed

Tipperary captain Séamus Callanan leads his side on to the pitch for the clash against Limerick in Thurles. The game drew a bumper 39,115 attendance. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Provincial hurling championship attendance figures up

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 18, 2019, 06:00

Increase driven by Munster while crowds in Leinster so far slightly down

Tipperary’s John McGrath eludes Limerick’s Richie English during the Munster championship clash at Thurles. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Nicky English: Maher’s injury takes gloss off Tipp’s shadow boxing win

Hurling
Nicky English
June 17, 2019, 06:00

Galway’s exit the big surprise following two brilliant final round-robin clashes in Leinster

Cork’s Alan Cadogan comes under pressure from Clare’s David McInerney during the Munster championship clash at Ennis. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho

Drama in the east gives way to southern discomfort

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 17, 2019, 06:00

Emulating Saturday’s epic Leinster climax proved impossible in Munster

Clare’s Shane O’Donnell collides with with Cork goalkeeper Anthony Nash and Damien Cahalane during the Munster SHC round-robin match at Cusack Park in Ennis. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho

Clare’s comfortable victory over Cork all in vain as summer comes to a close

Hurling
Gerry Quinn
June 16, 2019, 18:57

Rebels go on to All-Ireland series despite five-point defeat in Ennis, Clare are out

Limerick’s Kyle Hayes battles with Tipperary’s Ronan Maher during the Munster SHC round-robin game at Semple Stadium. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Tipperary vindicate strong selection with comfortable dress rehearsal win

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 16, 2019, 18:56

Tipp will face Limerick again in the Munster final but Barrett and Maher injuries a worry

Kilkenny’s Walter Walsh and TJ Reid in action against Kevin Foley and Paudie Foley of Wexford during the Leinster SHC round-robin game at Wexford Park. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Davy Fitzgerald: ‘If anyone thinks Leinster has been off, they’re off their rocker’

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
June 16, 2019, 14:31

Wexford manager buzzing for renewal of wild rivalry with Kilkenny in Leinster final

Dublin’s Chris Crummy celebrates after the Leinster SHC round-robin game against Galway at Parnell Park. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Donoghue and Galway ‘bitterly, bitterly disappointed’ after early exit

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
June 16, 2019, 14:11

Dublin end Tribesmen’s summer in the middle of June

Tipperary and Limerick to meet again in final

Hurling
June 16, 2019, 13:48

Tipp keep up their unbeaten run with victory over Limerick while Clare's win over Cork is all in vain

Annie Fitzgerald of Waterford challenges Tipperary’s Julieanne Burke for possession during the Liberty Insurance All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship Round 1 game at The Ragg. Photograph: Tommy Dickson/Inpho

Kilkenny get revenge for league loss as they leave Galway low in Athenry

Hurling
Daragh Ó Conchúir
June 15, 2019, 19:38

Camogie round-up: Limerick get the better of Offaly; Cork too strong for Clare; Dublin pushed by Meath

Kilkenny’s TJ Reid and Galway’s Johnny Coen in action during last week’s Leinster championship clash at Nowlan Park. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

Leinster hurling championship final round previews

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 15, 2019, 17:34

Kilkenny and Galway have what it takes to make another Leinster final

Kerry’s Bryan Murphy in action with Shane Dooley of Offaly. Photograph: Oisin Keniry/Inpho

Offaly relegated to the Christy Ring Cup for 2020

Hurling
Eamon Donoghue
June 15, 2019, 16:46

Back-to-back championship relegations is the realisation of every worst nightmare

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Leinster hurling judgment day

Hurling
June 15, 2019, 15:13

Follow all of the action from the final round of the Leinster hurling round-robin series with Eamon Donoghue

TJ Reid: has been in superb form and will pose Wexford major problems in the crunch encounter at Wexford Park. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

Nicky English: Wexford have the energy but can they contain TJ Reid?

Hurling
Nicky English
June 15, 2019, 12:43

Home venue is a big advantage but they don’t quite have Kilkenny’s scoring potential

Tipperary’s Brendan Maher and John O’Dwyer celebrate the comprehensive victory over Clare at Cusack Park which seemed to derail the Banner’s campaign. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Munster hurling championship final round previews

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 15, 2019, 06:00

Cork and Tipperary look on course for a Munster final clash

TJ Reid celebrates one of his two goals against Galway at Nowlan Park. Reid is responsible for 56.8 per cent of Kilkenny’s scores so far in the championship. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

TJ Reid much more than the point of the spear for Kilkenny

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
June 15, 2019, 02:56

Cats in need of another magical display from the gifted Ballyhale stalwart in Wexford

Dan Morrissey returns to the Limerick side for Sunday’s Munster round-robin hurling match against Tipperary. Photograph: Tommy Dickson/Inpho

John Kiely shuffles his Limerick hand for Tipperary clash

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 14, 2019, 22:02

James Barry and Seán O’Brien return to Tipp full-back line

Kilkenny’s Huw Lawlor with Conor Whelan of Galway during their Leinster Hurling Championship clash last weekend. Photo: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

Hurling round-robins: Who needs what to qualify?

Hurling
Eamon Donoghue
June 14, 2019, 13:43

All of the permutations in Leinster and Munster as the round-robins conclude

Wexford versus Kilkenny in 2017 – Wexford Park is without doubt the most hostile environment I have ever played in. The Wexford fans have the ability to create a real noise level, an eerie vibe to the place. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Jackie Tyrrell: Battle lines drawn ahead of hurling’s D-Day

Hurling
Jackie Tyrrell
June 14, 2019, 06:00

Kilkenny under no illusions about scale of the challenge facing them at Wexford Park

Limerick are unlikely to be knocked out of the Championship following the weekend’s action. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Leinster and Munster hurling round robins - the full permutations

Hurling
Eamon Donoghue
June 11, 2019, 18:39

Full explainer: Who needs to do what to reach the finals or progress in third

Cathal Mannion with Kilkenny’s Paddy Deegan at Nowlan Park. The Galway man gave a master class in forward play during the Leinster championship clash. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

Nicky English: Limerick and Galway produce big displays to answer the sceptics

Hurling
Nicky English
June 10, 2019, 07:00

Champions have found their groove while Galway emerged unscathed from Nowlan Park

Cork’s Alan Cadogan is tackled by Waterford’s Darragh Lyons during the Munster championship clash at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Cork maintain their improvement as Waterford’s miserable campaign ends

Hurling
June 10, 2019, 06:00

Meyler turns his mind to Ennis trip where Rebels still require a result

Limerick’s Aaron Gillane celebrates scoring a goal against Clare. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Limerick keep their championship alive against Clare

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
June 9, 2019, 20:02

It would have been the earliest exit by the All-Ireland hurling champions in 27 years

Kilkenny’s Huw Lawlor tries to block Conor Whelan of Galway. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

Galway return to form survives helter-skelter conclusion

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 9, 2019, 18:48

Five goals, three red cards and a first defeat for Kilkenny leaves Leinster in melting pot

Conor McDonald scores for Wexford against Carlow. Photograph: Lorraine O’Sullivan/Inpho

Wexford ease past Carlow to set up Kilkenny showdown

Hurling
June 8, 2019, 21:49

Davy Fitzgerald’s side deliver a composed performance to secure first Leinster win

Alan Cadogan scores Cork’s second goal against Waterford. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Waterford’s dismal summer ends with heavy defeat to Cork

Hurling
June 8, 2019, 21:28

Rebels march on after an efficient performance at a sun-kissed Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Joe Canning: has graced the All-Ireland final on four occasions since Galway entered the Leinster championship, with the Tribesmen triumphant in 2017. Photograph: Tommy Dickson/Inpho

A decade on, the move to Leinster has been productive for Galway hurling

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
June 8, 2019, 06:00

Connacht county have proved very competitive both at provincial and All-Ireland level

Kilkenny’s Adrian Mullen in action against Carlow. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Weekend Leinster and Munster hurling previews

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 8, 2019, 06:00

Kilkenny’s 100% record will be tested by Galway at Nowlan Park on Sunday

Wexford hurling great Ned Wheeler dies aged 87

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 7, 2019, 20:44

Laois native became a key part of the celebrated Wexford sides of the 1950s and ’60s

John Kiely: “Overall, the whole attitude of what we were about today was much better.” Photograph: Oisín Keniry/Inpho

Fanning at a loss to explain why it’s all gone so wrong for Waterford

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 3, 2019, 07:07

Limerick boss Kiely pleased to see a return to better form by All-Ireland champions

Tipperary’s Brendan Maher and John ‘Bubbles’ O’Dwyer celebrate after the convincing victory over Clare at Cusack Park. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Nicky English: Impressive Tipperary looking a cut above the rest

Hurling
Nicky English
June 3, 2019, 07:00

Work rate, power and fitness as well as a classy forward line proves a potent combination

Tipperary’s Séamus Callanan scores his side’s second goal past Clare goalkeeper Donal Tuohy during the Munster SHC round-robin game at Cusack Park in Ennis. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Tipperary lap the field in Munster with another fill your boots display

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
June 2, 2019, 20:11

Liam Sheedy's side are putting up totals not seen so far in the new format

Limerick’s Gearóid Hegarty is tackled by Mikey Kearney during the Munster senior hurling championship clash at Walsh Park. Photograph: Oisin Keniry/Inpho

Limerick bounce back to demolish hollow Waterford

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 2, 2019, 18:56

All-Ireland champions won as they pleased in a one-sided second half at Walsh Park

Carlow’s Séamus Murphy is tackled by Dublin’s Paddy Smyth and Darragh O’Connell during the Leinster SHC round-robin game at Netwatch Cullen Park. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Dublin’s 14-men too strong for Carlow as they keep Leinster hopes alive

Hurling
Kieran Murphy
June 2, 2019, 18:43

Mattie Kenny’s side were leading 2-9 to 0-6 when Shane Barrett was sent off

Michael ‘Brick’ Walsh returns to the starting Waterford line-up for the key home clash with All-Ireland champions Limerick. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Weekend hurling previews: In-form Tipperary can survive tricky trip to Ennis

Hurling
Seán Moran
June 2, 2019, 09:00

Limerick to bounce back against Déise while Dublin can overcome Carlow threat

Clare’s Podge Collins at Centra’s launch of the GAA All Ireland Hurling Championship. “I basically am playing as a fan now. That’s the best way to enjoy it.” Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Collins content to be contributing what he can to Clare’s cause

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
June 1, 2019, 07:00

Now 27, the Banner forward has a mature perspective on the game and his place in it

The nature of this year’s league actually did Limerick no favours. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Jackie Tyrrell: Mentally soft Limerick learn hurling world a fickle place

Hurling
Jackie Tyrrell
May 31, 2019, 06:00

Even the All-Ireland champions must accept that distractions can get to everyone

Sunday will mark Tipperary captain Séamus Callanan’s 50th championship appearance for his side, more than anyone else on the panel. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Séamus Callanan on the verge of Tipperary scoring history

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 30, 2019, 01:00

With 2-4 to his name already, captain goes into Clare clash needing just one more goal

Brian Lohan: “There’s great clubs, there’s really good people involved at both club level and at county level. Sometimes I think they’re a bit let down by the county board.” Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Lohan says Clare hurlers lacking proper support from the county board

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 29, 2019, 06:00

‘You need a more dynamic county board than what is there’ says former star

Galway’s David Glennon is blocked by Wexford’s Mark Fanning in the final stages of the Leinster SHC round-robin at Pearse Stadium in Salthill. Photograph: Oisín Keniry/Inpho

Backstreet brawl in Salthill leaves Galway wondering what happened

Hurling
Keith Duggan
May 27, 2019, 08:51

Wexford finish the stronger and are unlucky again to share the points

Wexford’s Liam Óg McGovern scores a point against Kilkenny in their 1-19 to 1-12 win in the Hurling League Division 1A at Wexford Park. Photograph: Tommy Dickson/Inpho

Liam Óg McGovern making every moment count with Wexford

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
May 25, 2019, 07:00

Centre-forward grateful to be playing once again after long recovery from cruciate tear

Wexford full back Liam Ryan. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho

Galway set to make full use of their size and speed against Wexford

Hurling
Seán Moran
May 25, 2019, 06:00

Davy Fitzgerald’s side face tough trip to Salthill to face Leinster champions

Seamus Callanan of Tipperary and Kilkenny’s JJ Delaney during the All-Ireland final replay in 2014. Every man was going to do a proper man-marking job that day. If air or light could get between you and your man you weren’t tight enough. Photograph: Donall Farmer/Inpho

Jackie Tyrrell: Tipp’s roving style makes defending against them a nightmare

Hurling
Jackie Tyrrell
May 24, 2019, 10:25

I chased Noel McGrath around Croke Park that day, but really I was chasing shadows

John Meyler says Patrick Horgan’s impact on Cork’s game stretches far beyond the scoreboard. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Horgan ‘owed an All-Ireland’, says Cork boss Meyler

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 22, 2019, 06:00

In-form ‘Hoggy’ among hurling’s most prolific scorers never to win Celtic Cross

Aidan Walsh celebrates Cork’s win over Limerick. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Aidan Walsh justifies selection as Cork see off Limerick

Hurling
Seán Moran
May 21, 2019, 06:41

All-Ireland champions haven’t beaten Rebels in normal time in their last four meetings

Limerick’s Peter Casey and Niall O’Leary of Cork during their clash at the Gaelic Grounds, Limerick. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Nicky English: Cork regain form after burning criticism

Hurling
Nicky English
May 20, 2019, 06:00

Tipp’s work rate kept pace with their scoring which overwhelmed 14-man Deise

Limerick’s Peter Casey and Niall O’Leary of Cork in their Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship round 2 clash at Gaelic Grounds, Limerick, on Sunday. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Limerick shaken to the core as Cork demolish the apple-cart

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
May 20, 2019, 06:00

All-Ireland champions left looking ordinary after Cork catapult themselves back in the mix

Cork’s Aidan Walsh and Shane Kingston contest for the ball with Richie English and Dan Morrissey of Limerick. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Cork hit back as Limerick hit the rocks on maiden voyage

Hurling
Seán Moran
May 19, 2019, 20:28

Munster champions made big improvements in unexpected raid on Gaelic Grounds

Dublin’s Seán Moran celebrates scoring a late goal in the Leinster SHC match against Wexford at Parnell Park. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho

Seán Moran’s late strike levels to-and-fro thriller

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
May 19, 2019, 20:23

Dublin get share of the spoils against Wexford at Parnell Park thanks to late goal

Tipperary’s Séamus Callahan scores his side’s second goal during the Munster SHC game against Waterford at Semple Stadium. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Tipperary rattle off another thrilling tune as the music fades for Waterford

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 19, 2019, 20:23

Liam Sheedy’s side hit 2-30 to continue brilliant start to Munster campaign

Carlow’s James Doyle in action against Kilkenny’s TJ Reid and Richie Leahy during the Leinster SHC game at Netwatch Cullen Park. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

TJ Reid leads Kilkenny’s first-half demolition of Carlow

Hurling
May 19, 2019, 18:40

Colm Bonnar’s side bounce back with much stronger second-half showing

The emergence of the likes of Conor Boylan shows the strength in depth Limerick have. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Nicky English: Hard to see out-of-sorts Cork derailing Limerick express

Hurling
Nicky English
May 18, 2019, 08:00

Munster champions’ defence needs radical surgery if they are to get back on track

Limerick manager John Kiely is quick to acknowledge the smoothness with which his squad has adjusted to the routine of week-in-week-out hurling. Óisín Keniry/Inpho

Limerick’s lovely hurling rooted in behind the scenes spadework

Hurling
Keith Duggan
May 18, 2019, 06:00

If youth defined the championship victory, then maturity is hallmark of their attitude now

Carlow’s Martin Kavanagh was impressive against Galway in Salthill. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho

Weekend hurling previews: Leinster and Munster championships

Hurling
Seán Moran
May 18, 2019, 06:00

Carlow take on Kilkenny for first time in 26 years while Cork need something from Limerick

Dublin’s David Treacy dejected after losing to Kilkenny in Nowlan Park. He missed three frees at key points in the match. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Dublin could unravel if they do not sort out free-taking

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
May 18, 2019, 06:00

David Treacy missed three frees against Kilkenny and was punished ruthlessly

Waterford’s Peter Hogan is challenged by Cathal Malone and Colm Galvin of Clare during the Munster SHC round-robin game at Walsh Park. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Jackie Tyrrell: Waterford’s year could be over before it starts

Hurling
Jackie Tyrrell
May 17, 2019, 06:00

Like Clare, Tipperary’s pace and movement could cause major problems for Déise men

Tipperary’s Séamus Callanan celebrates scoring his side’s first goal against Cork in the Munster SHC Round 1 match at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Nicky English: Cork performance shows Tipp are real contenders

Hurling
Nicky English
May 13, 2019, 11:24

Difficult to see Cork recovering in time for their second match round against Limerick

Tipperary’s Séamus Callanan celebrates scoring his side’s first goal. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Tipperary rise again to leave Cork floundering in their wake

Hurling
Seán Moran
May 13, 2019, 06:26

Liam Sheedy's team ransack Páirc Uí Chaoimh and stun Munster champions

Galway’s Johnny Coen clears away from Paul Doyle of Carlow. Photograph: Tommy Grealy/Inpho

Strong finish fails to paper over cracks for Galway

Hurling
Declan Rooney
May 12, 2019, 18:32

Fitful performance enough to get past Carlow but Galway pushed all the way

Kilkenny’s TJ Reid celebrates scoring his side’s first goal against Dublin in the Leinster SHC Round 1 at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny. Photograph: inpho

Cody bemused by incident as Kilkenny claw back Dublin in anger

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 12, 2019, 15:15

TJ Reid’s proper captain-like display saw him finish with 2-12

Kilkenny manager Brian Cody: . It was inexplicable, really, that he (Kennedy) decides to catch the ball. It was certainly unprecedented. So I wasn’t happy about it, no I wasn’t.” Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Cody bemused by incident as Kilkenny claw Dublin back with some anger

Hurling
Ian O’Riordan
May 12, 2019, 14:59

TJ Reid’s proper captain-like display saw him finish with 2-12

Colm Collins’s Clare team held on for a win over Waterford. Photograph: Laszlo Geczo/Inpho

Only one point separates Clare and Waterford footballers

Hurling
May 11, 2019, 21:37

Colm Collins’ team progress to Munster semi-final against Kerry, just about

Kilkenny’s TJ Reid celebrates scoring his first goal. Photograph: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

Kilkenny wear Dublin down in second half comeback

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 11, 2019, 21:19

TJ Reid showed the way with a proper captain’s display that saw him finish with 2-12

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SHC: Kilkenny v Dublin

Hurling
May 11, 2019, 17:35

The 2019 hurling championship gets underway at Nowlan Park, follow all the action LIVE with Eamon Donoghue

Limerick’s Aaron Gillane will be operating as a lone-wolf again.

Nicky English: Limerick highly charged but the energy supply may not last

Hurling
Nicky English
May 11, 2019, 10:00

Champions have kicked on in league but Cork's pace and firepower could outlast them

How big a loss will Joe Canning prove to be to Galway’s Leinster ambitions. Photograph: Sportsfile

The Irish Times 2019 All-Ireland Hurling Championship Vox Pop

Hurling
May 11, 2019, 10:00

Our writers give their predictions ahead of the start of this year’s hurling championship

Kilkenny’s Padraig Walsh and Conor McDonald of Wexford during last year’s Leinster Championship. Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Counties must absorb the lessons of 2018 to prosper

Hurling
Malachy Clerkin
May 11, 2019, 07:00

Teams who’d to play their four matches back to back had a desperate record

Kilkenny’s TJ Reid will look to claim scores from distance against Dublin on Saturday. Photograph: Inpho

Weekend hurling previews: Leinster and Munster championships

Hurling
Seán Moran
May 11, 2019, 06:00

Injury-hit Kilkenny take on Dublin to fire the starting gun on this year’s round robins

Galway players reflect at the end of last season’s All-Ireland defeat to Limerick. Photograph: Tommy Dickson/Inpho

More questions than answers as Galway go again

Hurling
Keith Duggan
May 11, 2019, 06:00

Beaten finalists will embark on All-Ireland campaign without Joe Canning

Cork and Limerick parade around Páirc Uí Chaoimh before round three of the 2018 Munster Hurling Championship. Photograph: Inpho

Cork throw open the ‘good room’ for new generation of neighbours

Hurling
Seán Moran
May 11, 2019, 06:00

The county’s old fortress has been refurbished and it’s all to play for as rivals visit

Carlow’s Martin Kavanagh. Photograph: Inpho/Laszlo Geczo

Hurling championship 2019: a county-by-county guide

Hurling
Seán Moran
May 11, 2019, 05:00

From Carlow to Cork, who has what it takes on the long journey to lift Liam MacCarthy?

Dublin’s Sean Moran in action against Limerick’s Peter Casey. The Cuala defender plays an important role in Dublin’s system. Photograph: Tommy Dickson/Inpho

Jackie Tyrrell: Just when they look to be coming, Dublin freeze

Hurling
Jackie Tyrrell
May 10, 2019, 06:00

The parallels with the 2012 Leinster fixture between these two teams is apparent

Eoghan O’Donnell: poised to man the full-back berth for Dublin in Kilkenny on Saturday. Photograph: Tom Beary/Inpho

Delaney wary of Dublin as Kilkenny face injury crisis

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 9, 2019, 01:00

Cats’ legend impressed with the progress of talented Dubs’ full back O’Donnell

Walsh Park, Waterford: the venue for the county’s clash against Clare next weekend, the first championship game at the ground since 2003. Photograph: Ken Sutton/Inpho

Waterford keen to make the most of home comforts

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 7, 2019, 07:05

‘The place is going to be heaving’ for Walsh Park clash with Clare says manager Páraic Fanning

Liam Sheedy: “The players are doing everything I ask of them, and you can’t ask for anything more.” Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

For Liam Sheedy much has changed but the goal is the same

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
May 3, 2019, 06:00

Premier boss delighted with his players’ commitment as championship beckons

Waterford manager Páraic Fanning: “I think the GAA could concentrate on a few other things, more pressing for everybody, club players and county players than worrying about top players are trying to prepare for a championship.” Photograph: James Crombie/Inpho

Páraic Fanning: Banning training camps ‘a load of nonsense’

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
April 30, 2019, 06:00

Waterford manager says he and squad spent five days last week in the Algarve

Galway’s Joe Canning will aim to return at some stage in the Leinster championship. Photograph: Tommy Dickson/Inpho

Joe Canning racing to be fit for Leinster hurling championship

Hurling
Ian O'Riordan
April 26, 2019, 00:05

He underwent surgery on his groin after taking a heavy hit in the league semi-final

Cork’s Séamus Harnedy is sent off against Tipp. Photograph: Morgan Treacy/Inpho

Séamus Harnedy free to play Cork’s Munster opener against Tipp

Hurling
Seán Moran
April 12, 2019, 08:06

Kilkenny’s Conor Delaney also cleared for opening round of provincial championship

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Seán Moran: Dublin have always had advantages so what's new?

Darragh Ó Sé

Darragh Ó Sé -

Darragh Ó Sé: Donegal suddenly flavour of the month again

Kevin McStay

Kevin McStay -

Kevin McStay: Donegal shaping up as the biggest danger to Dublin

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