Jackie Tyrrell: Kilkenny-Galway to show beautiful art of defending

The always analytical Brian Cody will devise a new plan to beat Galway in the replay

Nicky English: McGrath’s tactical masterclass leaves Déise in a good place

Waterford won all the key contests with Brick Walsh and Kevin Moran leading by example

Waterford find all the answers as Cork lose their Munster sparkle

Terrific team display by Derek McGrath’s side marred by disciplinary concerns

Jackie Tyrrell: Cork can face down Waterford challenge a second time

Leaders like Anthony Nash, Mark Ellis and Conor Lehane can carry them through

Cork young bloods keep plucky Clare at a distance

Kieran Kingston’s team race to victory in Thurles, for 52nd Munster championship

Ó hAilpín says Cork developing quicker than he’d expected

Former All-Ireland-winning captain wary of a Clare side assisted by Donal Óg Cusack

Cork look real contenders while Waterford are mere pretenders

Nicky English: The sense of expectation surrounding Wateford was left disappointed

Cork leave Waterford scalded to qualify for another Munster final

Kieran Kingston's side have too much for curiously wan Waterford

Cork retain vim and gusto to sink Waterford at Semple Stadium

Rebels too lively for leaden opponents as they defy baking heat to reach Munster SHC final

Cork’s youthful cast knocks Tipperary off the stage in dazzling show

Cork-Tipp rivalry back with a bang in dramatic Munster championship quarter-final

Cork too strong for Waterford as relegation fears subside

First-half scoring spree key as Rebels get back on track at Walsh Park

Seven goal Cork make early statement against Limerick

Improving Kerry fall short as new Clare management get off to a winning start

Conor McDonald hits 13 points as Wexford send Cork crashing out

Daniel Kearney’s goal had given Cork hope before late scoring surge from Wexford

John Power’s late winner helps Kilkenny break Cork hearts

Rebels led by six points approaching full-time before another Cats revival

GAA team news: Stephen Cluxton back in goal for Dublin

Jim Gavin makes six changes, Colm Cooper will make his first start of the season for Kerry

Kilkenny make four changes for clash with Tipperary

Dublin make changes as Waterford and Tipperary unchanged for league games

Nicky English: Better players of Waterford should overcome Dublin’s physical presence

New Cork system suits them and they have a greater scoring threat than Galway

Cork roar out of the blocks to blow away Wexford

Summer comes to a premature end for Liam Dunne’s men at a windy Wexford Park

Waterford storm to surprise Allianz League title

Derek McGrath’s rejuvenated side overwhelm Cork to delight of Déise fans

Waterford claim third title in Hurling League final

Derek McGrath’s side stun favourites Cork with comprehensive 10-point win

Centre cannot hold as Tipp crush Rebels

Supremacy over an out-of-touch Cork runs throughout entire All-Ireland SHC semi-final contest

Present strengths to help Cork make history

Munster champions have steadily improved over recent years – it’s harder to tell with Tipp

Cork end this Páirc life back on the top of the pack

Limerick lose crown as Rebels claim first provincial title in eight years

Cork forwards can make off with Limerick’s silverware

Champions will pose a serious threat but challengers to make most of home advantage

Clearer picture of challengers for MacCarthy Cup revealed

Even though none of the contenders are out of contention yet, there have been a few surprises

Cork have improved and can avenge All-Ireland defeat by Clare

The arrival of Aidan Walsh, Mark Ellis, Bill Cooper and Alan Cadogan has strengthened Jimmy Barry-Murphy’s hand

Cork make no mistake against Waterford second time around

Much improved effort up front proves too much for subdued Waterford in Thurles

Cork leave nothing to chance in emphatic win over Waterford

Jimmy-Barry Murphy’ side set up semi-final meeting with Clare

Cork likely to avail of second opportunity to book a date with Clare

But Jimmy Barry-Murphy’s men will need to improve a lot to see off impressive Waterford

Michael Fennelly ready to face Offaly

Midfielder one of three changes on Kilkenny team for Leinster SHC opener

Cork claw back nine-point deficit to earn Waterford replay

Drama as Pat Horgan’s 12th point of the game levels matters late on

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