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2. Cathal Barrett Rating: 8/10 Another assured outing from a player that will need to become a real leader in the Tipperary full back line without Padraic Maher in situ. The Holycross man gave another consistent performance and looks to be in great physical condition, finding himself very high up the pitch at different stages, and even chipped in with a beautiful point in the first half. A solid game throughout.
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3. James Quigley Rating: 7/10 Quigley looks to be the first to get the opportunity to succeed Padraic Maher in the number 3 jersey, which will be a big task. The Kiladangan man has been the best full back in club hurling in the last few years, and had a mixed bag last Saturday. Looked assured on the ball but was up against it at different stages against Ross King and Stephen Maher. Early days.
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4. Craig Morgan Rating: 8/10 An extremely positive aspect of the win on Saturday was Craig Morgan's 70 minutes. He looks ready to go at this level, coming out with loads of 50/50 ball, while his use of possession looks top class. A real prospect for Tipp going forward.
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5. Dillon Quirke Rating: 6/10 The standout performer in the Miller Shield games, Quirke more than earned his shot at wing back. He is physically imposing and gets around the pitch well, but some of his handling and control let him down at times, albeit in atrocious weather. Notched a nice point in the second half. Worth keeping patience with going into the next round.