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Diarmuid Sheehan

Ireland

Sports Journalist at Freelance

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  • Sunday’s Munster SHC clash of Cork and Limerick could be part one of a summer trilogy

    1 day ago | independent.ie | Diarmuid Sheehan

    There’s a sense that Cork and Limerick are out in front of the chasing pack right now, there’s every chance they could meet again a couple of times this summerJust days away now from one of the most eagerly anticipated games of hurling in years. Cork v Limerick in the Munster Championship when both sides are on an upward curve has the senses tingling all over the country.

  • Diarmuid Sheehan: Sure, Cork have issues, but they’re dwarfed by how impressive they can be

    2 weeks ago | independent.ie | Diarmuid Sheehan

    When the Rebels are really on it – as they’ve been at various times over the last fortnight – they’re unquestionably the most impressive team in hurling right nowThe difficulty that Pat Ryan again faces in 2025 is quelling the expectations that abound surrounding his charges and their quest for what at this stage would be immortality.

  • Cork boss Pat Ryan declares 'Munster championship wide open’ after weekend's action

    2 weeks ago | independent.ie | Diarmuid Sheehan

    After failing to put away the All-Ireland champions the previous week Cork came into the home tie under pressure to perform and when the side had built up a sizable lead for the second week in-a-row it was important that they got the job done in style – as ended up the case thanks to a late Declan Dalton goal and a push from those called off the bench late on.

  • Cork player assessments after their Munster SHC victory over Tipperary

    2 weeks ago | independent.ie | Diarmuid Sheehan

    Séamus Harnedy was possibly the Rebels most effective performer against fourteen-man Tipperary in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday afternoonPatrick Collins, BallinhassigPulled 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.

  • Three key takeaways and what’s next for Cork after their Munster SHC draw with Clare

    3 weeks ago | independent.ie | Diarmuid Sheehan

    Sunday was the Munster Senior Hurling Championship at its best, and a timely reminder to Cork that not even a twelve-point half-time lead is a sure thingMunster championship hurling at its best in one of the best grounds in the country, God there’s nothing like the Munster Hurling Championship, a protected institution amongst those of us who love the game.

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