Aaron Gillane

His usual steady self in that first half and hit some terrific puck outs, finding his men in the middle of the field. Beaten twice in the second half but ...

No score from play but that didn’t tell a thing about what he contributed in terms of assists and general play. Seemed to touch more ball in this final than in the last two games as Kilkenny looked to go quick and short with puck-outs. One point isn’t enough for a forward of his quality. Unerring from frees, though, and in a tight game that was a huge benefit to his side. Wasn’t as effective when he returned to play and was permanently benched at half-time. Wasn’t able to dictate the supply into the attack as he has been doing. His usual steady self in that first half and hit some terrific puck outs, finding his men in the middle of the field. There was a bit of edginess about Kilkenny’s short restarts in the first half but not a lot of that was his fault. Had to withstand a late siege but his physical strength anchored the Limerick defence in the closing stages. Chipped in with scores himself to copper fasten a great display. Also displayed great vision in bringing others into the play and got through huge work. Marshalled the defence well and contributed his trademark point, sallying upfield.