Under the spotlight: Cork’s Conor O’Sullivan takes a sideline cut during the league clash with Clare at Pairc Ui Rinn on Saturday evening.

Sweet release: DCU’s Conor McGraynor celebrates his side’s victory at the full-time whistle of the Sigerson Cup final in the Mardyke, Cork.

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Eyes on the prize: Limerick’s Shane Dowling battles with Antrim’s Neal McAuley

Just out of reach: Galway’s Gearoid McInerney with Denis Maher and Jason Forde of Tipperary during Sunday’s clash in Semple Stadium

No way out: DCU’s Mickey Quinn desperately tries to break free after being surrounded by DCU players during the Sigerson Cup final at the Mardyke, Cork.

Get a grip: Cork’s Luke O’Farrell and Cian Dillon of Clare contest a high ball during the sides’ league game at Pairc Ui Rinn

The deep end: A determined battle for possession during the Kilkenny v Dublin clash at Nowlan Park

Depths of despair: Clare’s Colin Ryan in contemplative mood after Saturday’s league defeat to Cork

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On air: Delight for DCU players at full-time of their Sigerson Cup final against UCC at the Mardyke, Cork

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