Leinster Final- Kilkenny v. Dublin

Between a bad hangover, dodgy weather, and the fact that Wimbledon was on tele, I was very dubious about going to this game. By 5.30, despite missing what I knew had been a brilliant Wimbledon final I was fully satisfied that I had made the right decision, after witnessing what must have been the best Leinster final in several years and the arrival of the Dublin as a major hurling force. Great credit must be given to the Dublin hurlers who are worked themselves into the ground for 70 minutes with a real never say die attitude, and no little hurling skill. Credit to the fans as well, particularly those of Dublin, who applauded every clearance and seemed fully aware of the task facing the their team. I've heard the Hill singing "Boys in Blue" many times before, but never for a Dublin Hurling team, and hopefully it marks the start of a new chapter in Dublin GAA. Ultimately it all added up for a great atmosfere and a very enjoyable game. Any other thoughts on this game?

McCrabbe is class.

Well put CLG and glad you enjoyed it. A combination of work on Saturday and the fact that I was at semi and will be at final this week meant that I couldn't go but I saw most of it on TV. Thought it was a good enough crowd considering the financial pressure on Dub fans - asked for €25/30/35 every other week. I also though it clearly shows that Dublin have some really good young players who would easily fit into the other 'hurling powers' so onwards and upwards hopefully!