An unprecedented sixth successive title proved beyond Munster in 1962, however, Munster and Leinster faced each other in a fourth successive Railway Cup final in 1963. Ring scored 1-1 as Munster looked the likely winners, however, Leinster rallied to secure a 5-5 apiece draw. The replay was a thrilling affair, however, a rain-soaked pitch impacted on the standard of the hurling. Ring had a disappointing game and was forced to retire through injury after fifteen minutes. Jimmy Smyth secured the winning point as Munster triumphed by 2-8 to 2-7. It was Ring's eighteenth Railway Cup medal, while it also marked his last appearance for Munster.
