Cork’s Hurling Team Targets Limerick with Fresh Lineup at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Pat Ryan’s Cork hurling team gears up for a challenging encounter against Limerick in the Allianz Hurling League Division 1A contest this Saturday at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. The match kicks off at 7:30 PM and comes with four strategic changes from their recent impressive victory over Wexford.
Team Changes and Injuries
Several familiar faces make their way into the lineup. Eoin Roche, Ciarán Joyce, Ethan Twomey, and Alan Connolly have been included in the team. Notably, Seán O’Donoghue, last year’s captain, is sidelined due to a groin injury, and Declan Dalton is suspended.
The new captain, Robert Downey, who suffered an ankle injury against Wexford, is now fit for duty. Downey, who plays for Glen Rovers, will anchor the center-back position alongside Ciarán Joyce and Cormac O’Brien.
Eoin Roche takes over from O’Donoghue, while Tim O’Mahony shifts from the half-back line to midfield, pairing with Darragh Fitzgibbon. Luke Meade, who played in midfield against Wexford, is not selected this week.
Ethan Twomey replaces the suspended Declan Dalton at number 10. Shane Kingston, who was on full-forward duty previously, steps up as the center-forward. Brian Roche, who started on the full-forward line last week, makes way for the bench. Pádraig Power and Brian Hayes, whose efforts contributed to a score of 1-4 and 0-4 respectively in their last game, remain part of the inside line.
Team Composition
Nine starters from last year’s All-Ireland semi-final victory over Limerick—goalkeeper Patrick Collins, Niall O’Leary, Ciarán Joyce, Robert Downey, Tim O’Mahony, Darragh Fitzgibbon, Shane Barrett, Brian Hayes, and Alan Connolly—are featuring in the lineup once more.
Three additional starters from that fateful game—Eoin Downey, Mark Coleman, and Patrick Horgan—are part of the substitutes. Diarmuid Healy of Lisgoold looks set to make his league debut if he gets the nod.
Cork County Board’s Streaming Decisions
In a separate development, the Cork County Board announced their plan to outsource the streaming rights of county championship matches. Following a previous partnership with the Irish Examiner and their subsequent in-house operation under the Rebels Online banner in 2023 and 2024, the County Board is now exploring new possibilities.
Three parties are vying for the contract, which could generate €100,000 annually for the board. This strategic decision reflects the board’s aim to continue providing top-notch viewing experiences while potentially expanding revenue streams.
Team Lineup for Allianz HL v Limerick
Here is the full lineup for the upcoming match:
Goalkeeper: Patrick Collins (Ballinhassig)
Defenders: Niall O’Leary (Castlelyons), Ger Millerick (Fr O’Neills), Eoin Roche (Bride Rovers)
Midfielders: Ciarán Joyce (Castlemartyr), Robert Downey (Glen Rovers, c), Cormac O’Brien (Newtownshandrum)
Midfield: Tim O’Mahony (Newtownshandrum), Darragh Fitzgibbon (Charleville)
Forwards: Ethan Twomey (St Finbarr’s), Shane Kingston (Douglas), Shane Barrett (Blarney)
Full-Forwards: Brian Hayes (St Finbarr’s), Pádraig Power (Blarney), Alan Connolly (Blackrock)
Substitutes: Brion Saunderson (Midleton), Eoin Downey (Glen Rovers), Damien Cahalane (St Finbarr’s), Mark Coleman (Blarney), Micheál Mullins (Whitechurch), Luke Meade (Newcestown), Brian Roche (Bride Rovers), Diarmuid Healy (Lisgoold), Conor Lehane (Midleton), Patrick Horgan (Glen Rovers), Robbie Cotter (Blackrock)
As Cork takes the field, they bring a blend of经验和 new talent, ready to tackle Limerick at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Stay tuned to Archynetys for live updates and detailed match analysis.
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