Cork player assessments after their Munster SHC victory over Tipperary
Séamus Harnedy was possibly the Rebels most effective performer against fourteen-man Tipperary in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday afternoon
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Patrick Collins, Ballinhassig
Pulled off a great save in the first half from Sam O'Farrell when Tipp really could have done with the three points. Showed again what a good shot stopper he is as well as his abilities to spread the ball on puck-outs. Went short a lot but also used the long ball when on. No question who Cork's number one is at this stage.
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