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The All-Ireland matches previewed

The All-Ireland matches previewed

Division One (2.30)

Blackrock v Dolphin, Stradbrook:The Cork side's brilliant start to the season came to a shuddering halt last time out when they were thumped by UL Bohemian. Blackrock beat Constitution in the AIB Cup and should win here.

Dungannon v UL Bohemian, Stevenson Park: It's getting to the stage where the home side have to begin winning matches but unfortunately it's unlikely to be this afternoon. The Limerick visitors to claim the points.

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Galwegians v Lansdowne, Crowley Park:The Dublin club find themselves third from bottom in the table and would dearly love the fillip of a victory for their young side. The home side though look the more consistent and capable.

Garryowen v St Mary's, Dooradoyle: The Limerick club host a St Mary's side that have made giant strides up the table in recent matches, highlighted by a superb away win against Ballymena and a victory over Shannon in Dublin. Home advantage should, however, decide this one.

Old Belvedere v Ballymena, Anglesea Road:The home club pipped Greystones last time out in what was billed as a relegation dogfight but may find Ballymena an altogether stickier prospect. It should be close.

Shannon v Cork Constitution, Thomond:The game of the day pits first against second in the table and is in all probability a preview of the final later on in the year. Even though the match is in Limerick, Con might sneak a win.

Terenure v Greystones, Lakelands:The visitors simply have to start winning matches or they will find themselves cast adrift at the foot of the table. Terenure must, however, win and should do so.

UCD v Clontarf, Belfield:The students have done better than many expected this season but they face a Clontarf side that have recovered from a slightly patchy opening to the season. Away win.

John O'Sullivan

John O'Sullivan

John O'Sullivan is an Irish Times sports writer