The best hurling XV who never won an All-Ireland (2000-Present)
Some collection of men! Hurling history isn’t only written by champions. Some of the finest teams of the modern era came within touching distance of an All-Ireland, only to fall short when it mattered most. From 2000 onwards, this selection celebrates those exceptional hurlers whose talent and influence were undeniable, even if the ultimate prize […]
2 weeks ago
Free-kick footage and stats debunks criticism aimed at Tipperary star
He is exonerated. Tipperary star Darragh McCarthy was given a hard time by Cork supporters during his county’s loss on the weekend. The 20-year-old is already an enemy of the Rebel faithful after being sent-off in the Munster SHC last year against their bitter rivals, before starring in the Premier’s All-Ireland final win. After coming […]
1 month ago
Ex-referee agrees with Cork boss to make huge change in GAA officiating
He has backed him! Ben O’Connor cut a heated figure after his side’s weekend win over Tipperary. The Cork manager spoke passionately about the state of hurling and how it is officiated, and was critical of how referees are assessed by the GAA’s men in the stand. He argued: “A fella above sitting in the […]
1 month ago
All-Ireland winning boss urges GAA to take harsh measures after actions of Cork fans
Strong words. One of the main talking points from Cork’s Division 1A win over Tipperary on Saturday was the treatment given to the Premier’s Darragh McCarthy by the Rebel fans. The 20-year-old – who starred in last year’s final between the two teams and was also red carded against Cork earlier last season – was […]
1 month ago
Liam Cahill responds to Cork fans booing Darragh McCarthy
There was a lively atmosphere inside Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday night as Cork and Tipperary renewed their rivalry in the National Hurling League. More than 30,000 supporters packed into the stadium for the Leeside clash, creating a championship style setting despite it being early in the season. One moment in particular drew plenty of […]
1 month ago
How Ben O’Connor’s straight talking is already changing Hurling
Straight talking managers are a rare breed in modern hurling, but Ben O’Connor has wasted little time in making his voice heard. While many GAA managers choose caution and carefully worded answers, O’Connor has gone in the opposite direction, and the response online suggests supporters are loving it. Scroll through the comments under clips of […]
1 month ago