London march into Christy Ring Cup final after thumping win against Tyrone
London booked their place in the Christy Ring Cup final with a comprehensive win over Tyrone at Ruislip's McGovern Park in Ruislip.
Sean Glynn and David Devine helped the hosts make a positive start before Conor O'Carroll found the net in the eighth minute, before he also found the net in the 22nd minute to give London a healthy lead despite some resistance shown by Tyrone.
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