John Fallon: Rules of engagement in spotlight after Conor Bradley slips away

Oliver O'Neill of Republic of Ireland in action against Conor Bradley of Northern Ireland. Photo by Brendan Moran/Sportsfile
KEVIN KILBANE was probably beset by envy last week when the sight of Conor Bradley in a Republic jersey prompted him to revisit the All-Ireland football team Chestnut.
If other codes, predominantly rugby, along with cricket, basketball and athletics can function on a 32-county basis, the argument for commonality is valid.