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.