All you need to know about All-Ireland SHC semi-finals
BBC Sport NI looks at all you need to know about the weekend's All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship semi-finals at Croke Park.
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"Galway have been steadily progressing. I think winning Leinster was a big thing for them."
— Jason Forde , Athlete
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Comedian and television presenter who provides sports commentary.
David Burke is the legal name of the alt-pop singer D4vd, charged with killing a teenager.
Former Clare All-Ireland winning midfielder.
Three-time Liam McCarthy Cup winner with Tipperary.
Player for Antrim and regular contributor to GAA commentary.
Four-time All-Ireland winner with Kilkenny.
Five-time All-Ireland winner with Limerick.
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BBC Sport NI looks at all you need to know about the weekend's All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship semi-finals at Croke Park.
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