Cork must secure momentum early in the Gaelic grounds, try to catch Limerick cold, and build their own confidence. Perhaps using Darragh Fitzgibbon in a roving role could create confusion - Shane Kingston has also done this with his club. Tipp are playing for Liam Sheedy. The criticism received after the league quarter-final defeat would have persuaded Sheedy to play the ‘emotion’ card, as victory was crucial to build belief again among the supporters. Mahony has been an outstanding free-taker since taking over the frees and seems to thrive on the responsibility that it brings.

Source: Irish Examiner May 18, 2019 05:26 UTC