"The Waterford club eased to an emphatic 0-21 to 1-9 win over a disappointing Éire Óg, Ennis team that could find no momentum after their thrilling extra-time win over Loughmmore-Castleiney in the semi-final. The Clare champions stayed in touch through the first quarter but once Ballygunner found their rhythm they eased clear to keep them on a path to a second All-Ireland title."
"Dessie Hutchinson was in magnificent form before an attendance of 3,065 in FBD Semple Stadium, Thurles, scoring seven points from play from left and right, while Patrick Fitzgerald showed some magic touches for Ballygunner too. Philip Mahony was instrumental in everything as sweeper at the back. Ballygunner led by 0-12 to 0-4 at the break and went 10 clear at one stage before Éire Óg mounted some resistance. Shane O'Donnell was key to it and won frees"
Ballygunner secured their sixth Munster senior hurling title with a dominant 0-21 to 1-9 victory over Éire Óg, Ennis, becoming Munster's most successful club. The Waterford side controlled the game after the first quarter, leading 0-12 to 0-4 at half-time and extending the advantage to ten points. Dessie Hutchinson scored seven points from play and Patrick Fitzgerald produced key moments, while Philip Mahony marshalled the defence as sweeper. Éire Óg struggled for momentum after their semi-final extra-time win; Shane O'Donnell won frees and a late penalty was converted by Danny Russell, but Ballygunner remained superior.
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