All-Ireland final - Epic battle in store for GAA fans

IGNORE the statistics, the forecasts and the pundits, because the outcome of tomorrow’s contest between Cork and Kilkenny in the All-Ireland hurling final must surely rest in the lap of the gods.

GAA fans in Cork and Kilkenny obviously believe they will be bringing the Liam McCarthy Cup home to their respective counties, but counsel would suggest there is nothing between the sides.

Nothing, that is, that will not be resolved by an emotionally charged, do-or-die, adrenaline-pumping performance by mortals in the guise of idols.