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The 42
21 hours ago
- Sport
- The 42
Cork make three changes for All-Ireland hurling semi-final against Dublin
CORK BOSS PAT Ryan has made three changes for Saturday's All-Ireland senior hurling semi-final against Dublin. Captain Robert Downey, Niall O'Leary and Declan Dalton all start. Seamus Harnedy and Cormac O'Brien miss out through injury, while Damien Cahalane drops to the bench. The Rebels return to action four weeks after their dramatic Munster final win over Limerick. Dublin sensationally knocked the Treaty out in the quarter-finals. Throw-in at Croke Park on Saturday is 5pm, with the game live on RTÉ 2 and BBC NI. Kilkenny and Tipperary face off in the other semi-final on Sunday. Cork 1. Patrick Collins (Ballinhassig) Advertisement 2. Niall O'Leary (Castlelyons), 3. Eoin Downey (Glen Rovers), 4. Seán O'Donoghue (Inniscarra) 5. Ciarán Joyce (Castlemartyr), 6. Robert Downey (Glen Rovers), 7. Mark Coleman (Blarney) 8. Tim O'Mahony (Newtownshandrum), 9. Darragh Fitzgibbon (Charleville) 10. Diarmuid Healy (Lisgoold), 11. Shane Barrett (Blarney), 12. Declan Dalton (Fr O'Neill's) 13. Patrick Horgan (Glen Rovers), 14. Alan Connolly (Blackrock), 15. Brian Hayes (St Finbarr's) Subs 16. Brion Saunderson (Midleton) 17. Damie Cahalane (St Finbarr's) 18. Ger Mellerick (Fr O'Neill's) 19. Tommy O'Connell (Midleton) 20. Ethan Twomey (St Finbarr's) 21. Luke Meade (Newcestown) 22. Brian Roche (Bride Rovers) 23. Jack O'Connor (Sarsfields) 24. Shane Kingston (Douglas) 25. Robbie O'Flynn (Erins Own) 26. Conor Lehane (Midleton). *****
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Cork confident poor record has no relevance ahead of Dublin clash
Niall O'Leary says that Cork's poor All-Ireland semi-final record as Munster champions has no relevance ahead of Saturday's showdown with Dublin. Cork haven't reached an All-Ireland final as provincial winners since way back in 2006 having lost the semi-finals of 2014, '17 and '18 while Munster kingpins, with their final appearances in 2013, '21 and last year coming via the longer route. However, with a large turnover of players in the Cork panel in recent seasons, O'Leary doesn't imagine there will be any carryover. 'I don't think so,' he said. 'I think we're a lot different team compared to them. As I said, we've gained huge confidence over the last two or three years with performances we've put in. I think that's going to stand to us. 'I don't think, on reflection, it'll be looking back on those games too much, to be honest with you. So, definitely not, no.' Saturday's game is expected to be a near-sellout, which has now become the norm for the Cork hurlers, who have had full houses for all of their Championship games this year, as well as the League final win over Tipperary. 'Look, everyone in Cork is behind us at the moment,' said O'Leary. 'We see the scenes of games the last two or three years, they've been very good to us and they've gotten us over the line in games, particularly last year as well when we were under pressure earlier on in the Championship. 'But, again, their support, I suppose they don't recognise it at times how much we use it ourselves in the dressing room before games and after games. So, look, it's great.' And it's somewhat remarkable in the context of the team not having won an All-Ireland in 20 years. O'Leary added: 'It is mad thinking about it in one way like that. The lack of success in Cork there for a while and they're still turning up to games. But, look, the Cork fans and Cork people are huge hurling people. 'The tradition down there, the teams that have gone in the past, they're only delighted getting behind a team that's actually being competitive again.'
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Niall O'Leary reveals ‘biggest boost' towards Cork GAA's dream of ending 20-year wait for All-Ireland hurling title
THE CORK hurlers hope to ensure the ghosts of All-Irelands past are finally laid to rest. But defender Niall O'Leary feels their chance to end the 20-year wait is about the Advertisement 2 Niall O'Leary of Cork poses for a portrait with the Liam MacCarthy cup during the national launch of the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Series at Kinnitty Castle in Offaly Credit: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile 2 Niall O'Leary of Cork in action against Cian Lynch of Limerick during the Munster hurling final Credit: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile Having not claimed hurling's biggest prize since 2005, the Rebel County has never known a Liam MacCarthy Cup drought as long as this one. Still, O'Leary insisted: 'It's nothing we look at. I suppose the only thing we look at going forward is that we want to be remembered as a team in 'And to be honest, to be remembered, you have to be winning the All-Ireland. 'So that's the only thing that's kind of at the back of our mind.' Advertisement Read More on GAA Last summer's extra-time defeat to Clare saw Cork lose a fourth All-Ireland final since their last triumph two decades ago. But O'Leary said: 'We definitely took a lot of confidence out of last year. 'I know the end result didn't go our way but I think that was a huge thing for us to get to an All-Ireland final and actually be competitive in an All-Ireland final. 'That's been the biggest boost for the group more than anything.' Advertisement Most read in GAA Hurling While Cork must go into enemy territory for Saturday's semi-final against And O'Leary believes the support has been a 'huge' asset for the new Munster champions as they seek to claim Liam. 'Lots of fight' - RTE GAA pundits react to Sean O'Shea's 'very interesting' interview after Kerry dethrone Armagh He said: 'Everyone in Cork is behind us at the moment. "They've been very good to us and they've gotten us over the line in games, particularly last year as well when we were under pressure earlier on in the Championship . Advertisement 'I suppose they don't recognise it at times how much we use it ourselves in the dressing room before games and after games.' Following their recent injuries, O'Leary, Declan Dalton and captain Rob Downey are all available for selection to face the Sky Blues. But All-Star forward Séamus Harnedy will miss out due to a hamstring injury and defender Ger Millerick remains doubtful with a broken finger. On Harnedy, Cork boss Pat Ryan told The Echo: 'He's back running in training this week. Advertisement 'You'd be hoping he'd be back if we made it to the final but it'll need some work . 'The other lads are all perfect but there's still a bit of a question over Ger Millerick.'
The 42
23-05-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Cork make four changes as Dessie Hutchinson drops to bench for Waterford
CORK MANAGER PAT Ryan has made four changes to his side to play Waterford on Sunday at Páirc Úi Chaoimh (4pm, live on RTE 2). Out go Niall O'Leary and Declan Dalton, who suffered knocks during Cork's 16-point defeat to Limerick last Sunday. The injured Rob Downey misses out, with Shane Barrett taking over as captain. Ethan Twomey drops to the bench. In comes Cormac O'Brien at wing-back and Brian Roche in midfield. Ger Millerick starts at corner-back, with Seamus Harnedy at half-forward. Advertisement Conor Lehane is back among the matchday 26 for the first time during the championship. For Waterford, team captain this year Dessie Hutchinson drops to the bench after a disappointing Munster championship by his own standards so far. Former hurler of the year Austin Gleeson remains among the substitutes. A win for either side puts them in the Munster final. Shane Dowling starts in goal for Limerick against Clare, with Nickie Quaid not in the matchday squad. John Kiely can shuffle the deck for Sunday's final round robin game at the Gaelic Grounds (4pm) with his side already through to the provincial final. Also starting are decorated former captain Declan Hannon, Peter Casey, Darragh O'Donovan and Cathal O'Neill. Cian Lynch is rested. Reigning hurler of the year Shane O'Donnell is on the Clare bench, having made his comeback from injury against Tipperary earlier this month. The All-Ireland champions, with just one point from three games, are playing for pride and will be keen to finish on a winning note against neighbours Limerick.
Irish Daily Mirror
27-04-2025
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Cork v Tipperary LIVE score updates, TV info, stream and more for Munster clash
Tipperary will be looking for revenge for their league final loss as they take on Cork in Round Two of the Munster Hurling Championship. It was the Rebels who cantered to victory earlier this month to capture their first league title in 27 years to send hype into overdrive. Yet week one of the Munster Championship offered up a lot more questions than answers. Cork squandered a large lead over All-Ireland Champions Clare while Tipperary went toe to toe with Limerick with both matches finishing a draw. It's anyone's guess how this year's Munster Championship will finish but those lucky enough to get a ticket should be in for a treat. Today's game takes place at Pairc Ui Chaoimh in Cork and is expected to be a sell out. The game throws in at 4 pm and will be broadcast live on RTE Two and can be streamed on the RTE Player. We will have all the live updates here on the Irish Mirror. Cork starting team: Patrick Collins, Niall O'Leary, Eoin Downey, Seán O'Donoghue, Ciaran Joyce, Robert Downey, Mark Coleman, Tim O'Mahony, Ethan Twomey, Declan Dalton, Darragh Fitzgibbon, Séamus Harnedy, Patrick Horgan, Alan Connolly, Brian Hayes Substitutes: Bríon Saunderson, Cormac O'Brien, Damian Cahalane, Ger Millerick, Tommy O'Connell, Luke Meade, Brian Roche, Diarmuid Healy, Robbie O'Flynn, Shane Kingston, Jack O'Connor Tipperary: Barry Hogan, Robert Doyle, Eoghan Connolly, Michael Breen, Joe Caesar, Ronan Maher, Bryan O'Mara, Craig Morgan, Darragh Stakelum, Alan Tynan, Jake Morris, Sam O'Farrell, Darragh McCarthy, John McGrath, Jason Forde Substitutes: Rhys Shelly, Conor Bowe, Willie Connors, Sean Kenneally, Seamus Kennedy, Brian McGrath, Noel McGrath, Andrew Ormond, Gearoid O'Connor, Johnny Ryan, Conor Stakelum Hello and welcome to live coverage of Cork v Tipperary as the Munster Championship rumbles on. This year's Championship has already offered plenty of ups and downs. Cork and Tipperary both drew their opening games against Clare and Limerick while Waterford upset Clare this afternoon. Today's game takes place at Pairc Ui Chaoimh in Cork with a sell-out expected. The game throws in at 4 pm and will be broadcast live on RTE Two and the RTE Player. We will have all the live score updates here throughout the afternoon so make sure to stay tuned to all the action.
