John Meyler’s comment afterwards was almost as telling as the scoreboard at the final whistle. Cork were here to take care of business and they had theirs done well before half-time.

Stealth mode suited Limerick last year but don’t try convincing Alan Cadogan just yet that taking the alternative route to an All-Ireland title is to Cork’s advantage.

Garrycastle have not ruled out organising a helicopter for Dessie Dolan to ensure he fulfils his Saturday Game duties after their Westmeath SFC quarter-final today.