Jack Anderson: No final replay an own goal for hurling

Not having a replay, in what would have been a sell out in Páirc Uí Chaoimh, means the GAA misses out on a week of marketing and publicity; it means that the Park is unlikely to be full again this year (at least not for a GAA game); and Munster GAA is down €1 million plus in revenue.

PENALTIES: Cork's Alan Connoll celebrates after scoring a penalty in the penalty shoot-out. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

With the provincial finals over, it’s time to reflect briefly on the hurling championship thus far.

No more penalties, please