Cork Boss Ben O’Connor Doubles Down and Has a Pop at RTÉ for ‘Twisting and Turning’ His Words

Ben O’Connor critical of the ‘soccerisation’ of hurling – ‘we’re refereeing games by numbers now, that’s what it is’

On a mild night by the Lee, even the row felt counterfeit. Cork hurlers achieved a small measure of healing, winning 0-29 to 0-22, but a third round league win isn’t a cure for wounds as grievous as those inflicted in July’s All-Ireland final.

Cork boss Ben O'Connor takes aim at RTÉ, Croke Park, and referees

The new Cork manager continues to have issues with the way hurling is being policed.

Cork boss Ben O’Connor doubles down and has a pop at RTÉ for ‘twisting and turning’ his words

Saturday’s night’s game at Páirc Uí Chaoimh saw a player from each side sent off after a prolonged melee before half-time