THE HURLING POD LIVE: Cork end Limerick's 5 in-a-row bid | Clare see off the Cats

All-Ireland winners James Skehill and Paul Murphy joined Will O'Callaghan on a live edition of the pod to take your questions after this weekend's All-Ireland semi-finals.
Limerick's bid for five-in-row All-Ireland titles was brought to a halt by a brilliant Cork performance which saw the Rebels set up a repeat of the 2013 decider against Clare.
Clare put their losses to Kilkenny in the last two years behind them to score the last six points unanswered to overcome the Leinster kingpins.
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[@fonz114]

Lads, the Limerick fans were incredible yesterday. Everyone all over the stadium were so kind to the cork fans, gracious in defeat and shook and congratulated all the cork fans around them. Both sets of fans created an incredible atmosphere. Well done to both fans.

[@stabcitySB]

Very gracious words, thank you. Myself and the lads were in upper Davin, unfortunately we had to break up a disgraceful scuffle but aside from that, as gutted as we all were and are, Cork fully deserved that win, my god, Patrick Collins’ saves were outrageous and then the speed!! Running at our half back line like wild men, ye play such a savage brand of hurling. I was chattin to a lot of Cork people in the stadium and afterwards at the “refreshments” and ye were so gracious, fair play to ye all. I hope ye go all the way, especially for Hoggie! 🫱🏻‍🫲🏼

[@Castlelong333]

@@fonz114 a Cork fan Infront of me turned around and said , this Limerick team the greatest team ever, and they fought to the end great champions , it made the lose a bit better and I thanked him and said Cork were the better team and wished him the best in the final, I found the Cork supporters very good bar one guy who roared in my ear , but those people are in every county, great game of hurling. Hopefully we will be back next year.

[@1choccoman]

Shout out to gillane. Probably his best ever performance in croke park. He's a big game player.

[@kurtpunchesthings2411]

yea it's tough for him he had a good day 10 points i was in Hill 16 in 2019 when Patrick Horgan scored 3-10 against Kilkenny and they still lost istg that has to be a record for single player tally to then be on the losing side in a game in Croke park

[@michaelharty3320]

Very very proud of Limerick today since 2018 two 2024 6 Munster titles 5 all Ireland not bad we as Limerick people I was so proud of our management team and our heroes on the field and our heroes on the field I talking to a Kilkenny man last year after the All-Ireland cherish the good days while you have them they don't last forever great respect to Kilkenny a I thought it was nice of him the best to look to clear and Cork and to our Limerick Heroes thank ye for Everton Limerick Abu

[@alandunne293]

Ye'd have nothing if it wasn't for the financial doping from McManus

[@Kevinjj1991]

​JP has given every county a million euro this year ​@@alandunne293 stick to soccer with your financial doping nonsense.

[@fonz114]

Limerick fans are the best, my Dad's from Cork he could never understand the number of fans following the team, through 45year famine, Early 2000s Limerick u20s won 3 in a row All Irelands. At one of those games there were almost 20,000 fans at the game. They said at the time about 16000 were from Limerick. We love our team. Well done Limerick. We'll be back and back stronger. Congratulations to Cork. But. Limerick Abú

[@1choccoman]

​@@alandunne293you're a sad case. You can't buy players in hurling you dope.

[@oppamaclare]

Yesterday was insane. 70 minutes of relentless hurling.

[@alanfit77]

On the young hurler of the year, Cathal O'Neill is 22 and has had a breakthrough year this year

[@mrpotato442]

Love this pod lads...First go 2 medium after every game.

[@fonz114]

I Love what Limerick have given to hurling, It was so boring with Kilkenny, Tipp and Cork winning, Massive advantage in terms of clubs and player numbers, i mean Cork literally have 5 times more hurling clubs than Limerick, Tipp is close to double. Cork deserved to win, they had to play the best they could to beat limerick who were at about 80% Dont rule out Clare though They wont fear Cork one bit. Thank you Limerick for everything I still think theyll be around fot 3,4 years, be good if the got another 1, possibly 2 All Irelands. Its sad the internet trolls come on these great balanced podcasts and show their bitterness, because their own teams haven't won all irelands the past 4yrs, bitter bitter little boys,

[@siriusb22]

Lad you're fairly bitter yourself. They have more than us that's not fair. I mean how many other counties are sponsored by a billionaire. What cork have in clubs Limerick have in resources.

[@damostoon]

​@siriusb22 poor aul JP only has pocket change compared to the English man running the Cork teams

[@fonz114]

​@siriusb22 they all work full time jobs, all from limerick. And have less to pick from. Wake up kid JP was involved since the 90s you weren't bitching then when we weren't winning, wake up little boy

[@fonz114]

​@@siriusb22resources what are you talking about Cork have literally 5 times the clubs and playing population in terms of limerick. Dumb comment. What resources makes them better scoring goals and points than every other team. What resources makes them never know when they're beaten, what a salty comment. 😂😂😂

[@CraicOfTheAsh]

The live chat 😂. The free rentals finding their voice haha. Cork Limerick was an amazing semi final. Full tempo total hurling. The sport is reaching new heights at the top.

[@stabcitySB]

Both Cork v Limerick matches were unbelievable this year. Jesus I’m sick but fully deserved win for the Rebels!

[@EoinAhearne]

Craic ash where ya now now limerick man with 12 all Ireland’s will ya stop when ya hav28 of them come back tipp

[@patcronin9132]

fantastic podcase guys. The ref done his best, and thats saying something for a hurling official given the speed of the game, so brilliant in that aspect. But they absolutely need support, whether its from a voice in the ear on playback from a video official, as you can't justify the cancellation of the goal given the skill involved to get a fantastic hand pass off. That could have cost cork big time. So lets hold the officials to a high bar, and get them equally supported to make those calls effectively.

[@tadghmurphy7807]

Going to be a great final. We're spoiled.

[@kurtpunchesthings2411]

from a Cork man Que me in Hill 16 with my Dad and I'm Crying at the end of the game that's how much this game and Cork mean to me the Atmosphere was Fever Pitch whole stadium packed the noise was shaking Hill 16 an unbelievable game will remember it for many many years REBELS REBELSSSSSSSSSSS REBELSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[@stabcitySB]

Delighted to read this bud! That’s what it’s all about. We were sickened but the Cork fans around us were pure sound, very gracious and for the game we were given we were all on our feet.

[@denismccarthy-zv2cw]

it's Hard to make History.what a fantastic match.

[@Castlelong333]

Ah history was made , 6 in a row in Munster, in a time when all the teams were competing , greatest team to ever to come out of Munster and best Four in a row team ,

[@denismccarthy-zv2cw]

@@Castlelong333 😀😀😀

[@davidgrogan3840]

​@@Castlelong333at least kk competed in an All Ireland final fir the 5 in a Row, Limerick only to a semi. Still a great team All the same

[@Castlelong333]

@@davidgrogan3840 that matters nothing, it's about the four years , and comparing them,

[@davidgrogan3840]

@@Castlelong333 we done 4 years too and then came back and won another couple it's all only debate, you say limerick and I'd say kk team were the GOAT a few years ago, kk made to 5 all ireland finals in a row

[@jimcahill1000]

It was not a throw

[@Kevin-lf4xx]

Seventy minutes today puts the muck from Germany over the past month to shame.

[@MichaelBoylan-ze7bm]

100 pc

[@jamesmccarthy7228]

Agree. Also, I was watching that Euro's muck the evening I realised the All-Ireland minor hurling final in Nowlan Park. Now, what a game for the age's that was ??? 👌

[@amberleaf3n144]

How can you even compare the two sports. I was a neutral watching the game yesterday and it was the best bit of sport I've ever seen on the TV. I'm confused why this isn't more popular in our own country

[@davidgrogan3840]

Kilkenny should have finished Clare off in the first half, should have went in at half time by 10-12 points

[@whatryewatchin]

Clare should've walked last years semi final. Played well below their level and still could've won it. Such is life

[@johnryan911]

Clare have beaten Kilkenny 3 times this year.. Kilkenny went 6 ahead Saturday and Clare still won. Clare went 9 ahead against Limerick (GOAT) and didn’t see it out. Kilkenny were beaten comprehensively by Limerick in the last two finals.

[@davidgrogan3840]

​@@whatryewatchinno comparison at all, clare were very lucky to be still in it

[@davidgrogan3840]

​@johnryan911 how many times have clare beaten limerick, clare should have been finished the first half and ye know it. Cork will be more clinical, let's see if they can actually win an All Ireland or hot air again😮

[@1choccoman]

​@@davidgrogan3840clare couku win the all Ireland. All the hype will be about cork beating limerick. Clare have great record against cork and no psychological baggage like v limerick or kilkenny. against

[@fonz114]

Limerick are definitely not finished. They had a bucket load of wides, Subs should have been made far sooner, AND theyve had huge injuries the past three season. They'll be back, At least another 1, possibly 2 All Irelands in them. Best team ive ever seen in Hurling, Limerick were poor and still only lost by 2 points, This is Corks best chance in an All Ireland.

[@stevecostello4278]

The two wides in the last few minutes were points Limerick would normally slot over. That said, that's twice this season they have been put away by Cork. I can't see Clare being as wasteful in the final. Shane O'Donnell vs Pa Horgan, I can't wait.

[@eddiemcloughlin3200]

We need a forward or two like Owen Cody or shane o donnell, who'll take on defender and only goal on mind, gillane isn't that type of forward, nor is Flanagan

[@johndevoy5792]

" a Skellesque roll' take note lads for the final, ''...keep it simple enough, now, cheese, mayo and chicken fillet" C'mon Cork!

[@conorphelan7242]

Would like to hear what Murph and Skehill think is the reason KK keep fading out of games in the 2nd half. Yesterday, last year’s final and there’s been a few more even going back to when we lost to Waterford in a semi final. I don’t think it’s S&C but would like to hear their thoughts all the same.

[@willocallaghanotb]

We’ll do this on members pod

[@tombrennan3267]

As long as KK resort to putting on “older players” as they’ve been doing for the last 10 yrs and not letting younger players with pace and passion and hunger get their chance , we’re never going anywhere !! Cork today are an example with young hungry players. !! Even Brian Cody resorted to his older players !!

[@johnsometimeswrong8742]

​@@tombrennan3267 K.K. dont have the players at the moment full stop...also leinster championship is so weak they have no good games to metal them like munster. Last year Clare totally flaked in semi and were playing better up to that as a Kilkenny man i knew we were at nothing going to Croker on all ireland day.

[@alanfit77]

Bringing on Walter Walsh and Conor Fogarty is not going to cut it, they seem more like players you either start or don't bring on as impact players. The likes of Cork and Limerick have shown you need to bring high energy off the bench, exact same thing caught them last year. The game is usually wide open in terms of space in the closing mins you need someone who can get around the pitch and can drive into the space.

[@michaelcoady828]

The big shock clare beating kilkenny.the best hurling county of all time 😅

[@fallonsporthorses8093]

Some pundit said cork had zero chance

[@conorphelan7242]

He wasn’t the only one who thought Cork had no chance

[@colmmurphy4766]

All

[@kurtpunchesthings2411]

him and most Neutrals i guess ignoring how Cork literally beat them earlier in Munster

[@conorfitzgerald6643]

A Hogan is usually out in front

[@johnhayes011]

Gearoid Hegarty was quiet

[@eddiemcloughlin3200]

So was kyle hayes and barry Nash was huge loss and why they diddnt pull hayes into the middle sooner? Some tactical mistakes and why subs weren't bought on sooner, english and o brien got two points a piece when they came on

[@killakilla1038]

@@eddiemcloughlin3200 id honestly say twas hunger that got Cork over the line.. blitzed them with raw pace and unbelievable attitudes.. Limerick weren't operating the same this year as previous years and Cork are here to stay. The treaty will be back

[@stabcitySB]

@@killakilla1038absolutely right, Cork’s pace is ridiculous, Hannon & Byrnes had a tough day at the office dealing with it.

[@scoobydee3954]

Great to a see limerick lose. Good for hurling. And limerick fans were getting unbearable

[@conorphelan7242]

Cork fans are already unbearable

[@fonz114]

No fans like you are unbearable Wait if Cork win, Most annoying fans ever

[@michaelcoady828]

They were to cocky that's why they lost.😢

[@AthDara62]

Ref was poor. Why free against Limerick for line ball to Hegarty? He was 15 mtrs away. Everyone going on about throw that wasn't but Connolly was on 8 steps going onto 9. O'Donoghue had his arm under Gillane's arm locked onto his shoulder pulling him down in last few mins. Photoshop Shane O'Donnell's, Pat Horgan's or anyone else's face onto Gillane and it's a penalty all day. Harnedy ran into Darragh ODonovan, all O'Donovan did was brace himself for impact (O'Donovan was static), and a point scoring free for Cork when things had dried-up (7 mins without a score). None of the above are Cork's problem. They played great hurling in both games and went about beating Limerick by playing great hurling. Fair dues to them & good luck to them in the final.

[@mocathain]

The ref was poor gave nothing to Cork

[@topcat1645]

Awful pity. Stopped at 2:15 for taking the name of Jesus in vain. Really wanted to watch but won’t support those that take His name in vain. Up the rebels!

[@roberthartigan4389]

Go way you gowl

[@Dellen-Roger]

Great to see that muscle head TJ Reid put out.

[@davidbrennan3613]

That's a stupid statement, TJ Reid is a fantastic hurler

[@kurtpunchesthings2411]

@@davidbrennan3613 he was he's hung on too long should have retired at least 3 years ago

[@tan97]

Hogan beat Cody in the first half as well other than the incredible goal he scored

[@marcusmcmahon5414]

Delighted the millionaires wet dream team is out

[@Castlelong333]

Your comment says a lot about you , terrible

[@alanfit77]

Money can't puck a ball over the bar. JP was there for years and years and we won nothing. This crop was just a golden generation where everything came together and we will never see it again no matter what kind of money you have as money can't buy local talent. They were winning medals with schools, colleges and underage long before they hit the senior setup and many of them come from great hurling stock whose relatives also hurled for Limerick. First and foremost they are talented and dedicated hurlers but if that is what you take from all the blood sweat and tears it took for this group of men to reach the heights they did then good luck to you.

[@MichaelBoylan-ze7bm]

Well said

[@Castlelong333]

@@alanfit77 nailed it 👍

[@marcusmcmahon5414]

That's all fine but everybody bar limerick people know it's Your man's multi million investment that got them over the line.

[@tommykelly7010]

Clare will win final easy

[@dechardy3093]

not going for five in a row ..but going for five overall....:))))))))

[@conorphelan7242]

I hope you’re right….. Cork supporters are already loosing the run of themselves

[@conorphelan7242]

@@Tom-th4of you’ve won nothing yet Tom

[@conorphelan7242]

@@Tom-th4of I have to admit Tom I have no gra for Cork because in my experience a large portion of the Cork support are begrudgers and unsporting. They are quick to throw shade on everyone else. I do support my own county and spend very little time worried about anything from Cork. I will say I thought Cork were outstanding yesterday, they hurled up a storm and their defence held tight. I’m pleased for the manager who comes across very well.

[@conorphelan7242]

@@Tom-th4of self praise is no praise Tom

[@michaelcoady828]

Limerick did not get the 5 in a row great 😂

[@pn1625]

Ye never will Coady, 😂😂😂

[@dechardy3093]

horgan is a liability for cork...at best an impact sub...clare will take advantage of that.

[@OnTheEdge86]

Horgan scored 2-10 against clare the other day in munster on a team that played most of the second half with 14 vs 15.

[@killakilla1038]

Horgan always shows up against us (Clare) and had a solid Munster campaign. Don't be throwing one of the GOATS under the bus ! Best free taker in the game too

[@tomgreene1843]

@@killakilla1038 And who would begrudge him an all Ireland medal as he will likely get?

[@TheToolnut]

P.H was off it Yesterday and that can can happen.

[@killakilla1038]

@@tomgreene1843 wouldn't begrudge him lad even as a Clare man he's always been in my top 3... Savage role model and no bullshi* with him.. but there was no silverware given out this weekend! We pipped them in 13 and have beaten them the last 2 years, let's see Cork do 2 performances back to back, if they do we won't live with them but let's see 😜

[@michaelcoady828]

Limerick are not the best of all time they only got a couple of all irelands media wise up 😢

[@1choccoman]

A couple? Only 3rd team to do 4 in a row.

[@RichardCummins1988]

They literally have won 5 out of the last 6 All Irelands. It's an insanely good record

[@fonz114]

Oh indeed they are, 6 munsters in a row, 5 all irelands You'll never see that from another munster team ever Never been done!