Dublin need to improve the connection between Evan Comerford and his midfield instead of leaving it to pot-luck

During a critical part of the Connacht final, Roscommon found a way to set the stage for a famous win

Connacht final win against Galway proved Mark Dowd’s team are in a very good place, but the element of surprise is now gone

It might feel logical and reasonable in the abstract to scrap the provincials but there’s a huge appetite for them on the ground

Roscommon’s red-letter day; homegrown managers rule; Kerry’s strength in depth; Liam Rushe stars

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

Galway let slip six-point lead in Rossies’ first provincial final win at home in 25 years

Kilkenny and Offaly draw in Leinster SHC; Tailteann Cup opening round continues

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

Goalkeeper Zac Mullally makes key save in the last play

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

Five-goal Rossies come from behind to win in Tuam

The blame game is at full pelt after defeat to Roscommon, which is why the manager must show even more belief in his men

Diarmuid Murtagh finishes the day with 1-10 as Roscommon did not have a wide until the 65th minute

Rossies often punch above their weight yet are without a win in Croke Park since 1980

Kerry likely too strong for Clare, Armagh struck by injuries