All-Ireland football semi-final replay

Sir, – Well done to Keith Duggan for his article "GAA has fumbled the ball" (August 26th). The reason given by the GAA for not replaying the game in Croke Park in two weeks is the possibility of the Dublin v Donegal match ending in a draw.

I wonder what are the statistical odds of both All-Ireland semi-finals ending in a draw in the same year, and indeed whether it has ever happened? And even in the event of it happening, surely then make the decision to relocate if needs be.

Meanwhile, Claregalway should be fun around lunchtime next Saturday. – Yours, etc,

BRIAN LENNON,

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Kilmeena,

Westport,

Co Mayo.

Sir, – If Dublin was in Mayo’s position, with a play-off against Kerry, you could be damn sure they would have the replay at Croke Park! – Yours, etc,

KEVIN DEVITTE,

Mill Street,

Westport,

Co Mayo.