Ciarán Murphy: Jeopardy enters the frame shouting and roaring this weekend. And we love it
After the shadow boxing it’s now straight knock-out time, a situation which we reflexively prefer
After the shadow boxing it’s now straight knock-out time, a situation which we reflexively prefer
The Rebels had felt aggrieved in the immediate aftermath of Munster SHC final defeat to Limerick
Statistics from the Munster final suggest Limerick enjoyed greater control than Cork, yet the game never felt one-sided
Limerick captain Cian Lynch’s speech adds some extra spice to hurling’s hottest rivalry; Fermanagh hotshot McGurn on target again
Cork’s Páirc Uí Chaoimh was the scene of no little ecstasy for boys and girls in green the past few days
In Leinster, Galway are clearly a team on the move and eased past a disappointing Dublin. They won’t be pushovers in the All-Ireland semi-final
Cork manager adamant they conceded ‘twice as many frees’ as Limerick but the count was 18-13
The two great rivals played out a great game in wet conditions in Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Down the stretch, Limerick found a gear that has been beyond their reach on big days over the last two seasons
Improvement in ball striking is the finishing touch for Cork maestro
Cork and Limerick resume their ongoing rivalry while Dublin and Galway compete for Leinster’s vacant title
Coughlan was a dual star, excelling at Gaelic football and hurling for the Rebel County
But first Rebels must face Limerick in Munster hurling final at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Leinster title could shape the season for both sides while Cork and Limerick remain focused on the bigger prize
It has become a real peril for any team to be at a numerical disadvantage
Much to admire in how Niall Ó Ceallacháin’s team defied an unforgiving tradition
Banner suffer another blistering provincial defeat but still claim All-Ireland quarter-final spot
Home side advance despite midfielder Colm O’Callaghan being dismissed with 19 minutes left
Rebels moving on from last year’s All-Ireland hurling ruination by Tipperary
A pair of frees from goalkeeper Rory Twohig proved the crucial scores at Páirc Uí Rinn
Championship road opens up for rejuvenated Banner as Tipp left to rue another failed All-Ireland defence
Downey suffered ankle ligament damage during win against Limerick last month
Waterford going through the doldrums, David Clifford nets magic number 24
Roscommon put a stop to Galway’s drive-for-five while Kerry do it all over again in Munster
Roscommon end Galway’s run while Kerry continue Munster marathon
Waterford undermined by injuries but battle to the end while Offaly present further evidence of their resurgence
Kilkenny and Offaly draw in Leinster SHC; Tailteann Cup opening round continues
Kingdom continue provincial domination with 13th title in 14 seasons
Mark Coleman penalty decisive as Rebels ensure path out of Munster
Cork’s forward firepower can see off Déise as Leinster prepares for moving day
Colin Corkery remembers the 1995 win as John Cleary’s side attempt to mirror history
Kerry face stiff test in Munster as Galway ready to rise to Connacht challenge
Waterford hurlers will have their work cut out against Cork, while the Rebel footballers might just fancy their chances against Kerry
This is the seventh year of the round-robin and as they keep being told, the Déise still haven’t qualified
Not only are the Munster and Connacht deciders overshadowed but the likes of Donegal, Meath and Tyrone are rewarded for getting knocked out early
The opening eight matches will take place over the final two weekends in May
Little is settled in terms of form or likely championship contenders, but this weekend in Ennis will be instructive
Absences of Cian Lynch and Aaron Gillane add to pressure on Clare in Ennis
Kerry captain scores 2-4 as Kingdom grind out victory after having bigger lead earlier on in game
The worrying part for Limerick is that, at age-grade level, their results have fallen off a cliff
The full back Joyce went down injured after just three minutes of Cork’s match against Limerick
Counterpart John Kiely suggested there was nothing between the teams in Munster Championship thriller
Three proposals to be assessed for €150m venue intended to attract international artists
John Kiely’s men regrouped after second-half dismissal and will believe they should have won
The Liscarroll clubmen gained revenge on Kilkenny brothers Peter and Patrick Funchion
Stage is set for provincial final with Kerry on May 10th
Kerry likely too strong for Clare, Armagh struck by injuries
Galway need to shake off flaky tag, Tipperary and Waterford both looking to bounce back
Corner forward picked up calf injury in training
Cork and Galway impress in round one while Tipperary struggle for sharpness
Opening hurling championship results challenge assumptions about several leading contenders
Sports Briefing: Barney Rock on Ger Brennan’s harsh ban; another claustrophobic Munster hurling championship; Ulster must respond against Munster after Leinster collapse
Can Cork keep a grip on Limerick? Is Tipp’s All-Ireland campaign going the same way as Clare’s last year? Can Waterford break their duck?
Ben O’Connor has changed his side’s style since the All-Ireland final implosion, but control gives you a foothold in games - variation wins them
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices