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Aaron Gillane and Limerick came unstuck against Dublin

Moran: Treaty missed Currid's emotional disengagement

Former Limerick hurler Niall Moran believes the absence of sports psychologist Caroline Currid from the Treaty set-up in 2025 was costly in their shock All-Ireland quarter-final loss to Dublin on Saturday.

Hurling • 15 hrs

Tom Monaghan and Cianán Fahy have formed a partnership in Galway's midfield

Galway midfield an early season boost for Donoghue

Galway's midfield pairing of Cianán Fahy and Tom Monaghan could spearhead the rebuild under manager Micheál Donoghue, according to former Limerick player Niall Moran.

Hurling • 11 Feb

Tony Kelly lit up the All-Ireland final with an outstanding goal

Kelly belongs in pantheon of Croke Park greats - Moran

Niall Moran feels that name of Tony Kelly deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as the greats of hurling, after the Clare captain's performance in the All-Ireland final on Sunday.

Hurling • 23 Jul 24

(L-R) Limerick selector Eamon Mescall, manager John Allen, selector John Kiely and selector Donach O'Donnell wait for the final whistle to be blown in the 2013 Munster hurling final

Seeds of Limerick's dominance sown by Cork missionary

Ahead of today's all-Munster All-Ireland hurling semi-final showdown, Eoin Ryan explores whether the path to Limerick's golden age was paved by a Cork manager.

Hurling • 08 Jul 24

Waterford forward Dessie Hutchinson reacts after the Munster SHC defeat to Limerick

Moran: Production line halt a huge Waterford concern

Another failure for the Waterford hurlers to progress from Munster, but any green shoots may be hard to find given the Déise production line looks to be under serious pressure, according to former Limerick hurler Niall Moran.

Hurling • 27 May 24

It's back to Páirc Uí Chaoimh for Limerick and Kilkenny

Moran: League semi-final scheduling limits appeal

Former Limerick hurler Niall Moran has said that the GAA have limited the appeal of this weekend's Allianz Hurling League Division 1 semi-finals as a result of their scheduling.

GAA • 18 Mar 24

Cork manager Pat Ryan (R) speaks with Luke Meade during their Allianz Hurling League Division 1 win over Waterford

Moran: Direct approach could help Cork find consistency

Niall Moran feels the Cork hurlers should adopt a more direct style as they seek to find the consistency of performance needed to end their wait for a trophy.

Hurling • 26 Feb 24

Adam Hogan and David Fitzgerald celebrate Sunday's win over Cork

Moran: Clare the closest to Limerick as new year begins

Clare are still the number two team in Ireland, former Limerick hurler Niall Moran tells RTÉ's Game On.

GAA • 05 Feb 24

Niall Moran would like to see the linesman have a greater role on the field of play

Moran: Linesmen should have added presence on the pitch

Allowing linsemen to step infield a bit more could take some of the pressure of hurling referees, says former Limerick player Niall Moran.

GAA • 10 Jul 23

Moran: Tipp may have to sacrifice experience for youth

Niall Moran says Liam Cahill remains the right man to lead Tipperary but warned he needs to invest in youth, which could spell the end for legendary duo Seamus Callanan and Noel McGrath.

Hurling • 27 Jun 23

Kilkenny's victory over Waterford saw them reach this year's Allianz League semi-final last Sunday

Moran: GAA needs to start Hurling League earlier

Niall Moran tells RTÉ's Game On that the GAA will need to increase the gap between the National Hurling League and the Championship if they want counties to take it more seriously.

GAA • 21 Mar 23

Cork's season ends two stages earlier than last year

Cork 'clean-out' could be on the cards - Moran

A changing of the guard within the panel may be one of the consequences for Cork's hurlers after their championship exit, according to former Limerick hurler Niall Moran.

GAA • 20 Jun 22

Tommy Walsh of Kilkenny breaks clear of Brian Concannon and Joseph Cooney

Moran: Galway and Kilkenny not All-Ireland contenders

In assessing Sunday's Leinster SHC battle between Galway and Kilkenny, Niall Moran feels the Tribesmen have a little bit more going for them at the moment, but adds that neither county are at the level to bring home Liam MacCarthy later in the summer.

GAA • 03 May 22

Jack O'Connor of Cork in action against Declan Hannon of Limerick during the Munster semi-final

Moran: Treaty will be wary of Cork curveballs

Former Limerick hurler Niall Moran says he remains wary of the threat Cork will pose in Sunday's All-Ireland SHC final but is confident his countymen will "make hay while the sun shines".

GAA • 20 Aug 21

Wexford manager Davy Fitzgerald during the closing stages of the defeat to Clare

Moran: Davy got Wexford game-plan wrong this year

Former Limerick hurler Niall Moran believes Wexford manager Davy Fitzgerald got his game-plan "badly wrong" this year.

GAA • 20 Jul 21

Diarmuid Ryan appeals to James Owens after he had issued a yellow card to his team mate Aidan McCarthy

Moran: Owens left isolated by refereeing power-brokers

Former Limerick hurler Niall Moran feels referee James Owens has been left "isolated" by the rule-makers amid the furore over his decision to award a penalty to Tipperary and sin-bin Aidan McCarthy during Sunday's Munster semi-final.

GAA • 05 Jul 21

Wexford lost to Kilkenny for the first in almost three years at the weekend

Moran: Wexford look like a team devoid of confidence

Niall Moran fears for Wexford's championship chances unless they rediscover their mojo soon.

GAA • 01 Jun 21

Joe Canning of Galway receives medical attention before being substituted during the Allianz Hurling match against Limerick

Galway would be wise to keep Canning in reserve - Moran

Ex-Limerick hurler Niall Moran believes Galway should save Joe Canning for the All-Ireland Championship rather than fielding him too regularly during the Allianz League after the forward went off injured against the Treaty men.

GAA • 03 Feb 20

No hurley, no problem - Cian Lynch in action on Saturday at Thurles

Lynch magic can drive Limerick forward - Niall Moran

Limerick had to conjure up something special on Saturday to come from behind to beat All-Ireland champions Tipperary at Semple Stadium.

GAA • 27 Jan 20

Niall Moran reckons the current GAA financial system could support semi-professionalism

'The cord between the clubs and counties has been cut'

Former Limerick hurler Niall Moran says the build-up to this year's All-Ireland hurling final has illustrated the growing disconnect between the public and inter-county players.

GAA • 15 Aug 18

Moran represented Limerick at senior level for 12 years

Niall Moran calls time on Limerick career

Limerick forward Niall Moran has retired from inter-county hurling after 12 years representing the Treaty Men.

Hurling • 19 Feb 15

Niall Moran was part of the Limerick panel that won the Munster championship last year

Niall Moran rejoins Limerick panel

Niall Moran has come out of retirement and rejoined the Limerick panel ahead of their Munster final clash with Cork.

Hurling • 03 Jul 14

Niall Moran shines as Limerick lower Banner

Limerick star Niall Moran answered the critics with a stunning display in this evening’s 3-18 to 1-15 All-Ireland SHC qualifier win over Clare in Thurles.

Hurling • 16 Jul 12

Niall Moran