Niall Ó Ceallacháin has improved the team but breaking the Kilkenny hoodoo has proved elusive

Championship road opens up for rejuvenated Banner as Tipp left to rue another failed All-Ireland defence

Which is more of an outlier: Clare’s Limerick meltdown or Tipperary’s best half of hurling since last year’s final?

Waterford undermined by injuries but battle to the end while Offaly present further evidence of their resurgence

Cork’s forward firepower can see off Déise as Leinster prepares for moving day

This was a statement victory for Limerick as ‘inefficiencies’ were eradicated and the team dominated everywhere on the field

Little is settled in terms of form or likely championship contenders, but this weekend in Ennis will be instructive

Cork and Galway impress in round one while Tipperary struggle for sharpness

Galway’s star continues to rise in Leinster, as they brush Kilkenny aside

Tipperary face age-old challenges - namely Cork and retaining the All-Ireland - while Galway aim to crack Kilkenny’s Leinster domination

Extraordinary turnaround is a triumph for Liam Cahill and his ever improving team

Tipperary have regrouped remarkably under Liam Cahill but they would need a lot to go right against the favourites

Blend of youth and the old guard has taken Tipperary further than expected

Kilkenny found their ceiling as they couldn’t match Tipperary’s goals

Pat Ryan’s side in a good position as some players have room for improvement in All-Ireland final