sentences:  It was a successful year, as Tipp collected the Munster title following a 1–17 to 0–14 defeat of Clare.Tipp later reached the All-Ireland decider where Kilkenny, the reigning champions, were the opponents.A 1–14 to 1–10 victory gave Tipperary the title and gave Doyle the unique distinction of being an All-Ireland under-21-winning captain and manager.