LIVE television coverage was a key factor in influencing the GAA’s decision to fix next Saturday’s All-Ireland SFC round four qualifier between Cork and Down in Croke Park for a 6pm throw-in — but the decision has been criticised by Cork County Board chairman Jerry O’Sullivan, who believes it will be a deterrent for their supporters to travel to the game.

Following consultation with members of the Management Committee and Central Competitions Control Committee, the GAA has issued a statement this lunch-time confirming the postponement of Sunday's triple bill of All-Ireland hurling quarter-finals at Croke Park.