Colm Keys: Dark clouds over south-east heartlands are a major concern for hurling
Waterford manager Davy Fitzgerald with his players before the Munster SHC clash against Clare at Semple Stadium in Thurles. Photo: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile — © SPORTSFILE
Colm Keys
Self-preservation is a trait of hurling’s elite, the lack of jeopardy attached to both mainstream competitions designed to protect that elite tag as much as possible.
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