Seánie McGrath: Ben O’Connor faces big Cork selection calls as 2026 planning begins

There are whispers about new players being called into the Cork panel ahead of the 2026 campaign but also curiosity about who might be left out. 

Jack O'Connor (left) has shown for Sarsfields this season that when he's in the zone, he's a player that Cork need. Pic: ©INPHO/Tom Maher

Local matters wrapped, the conversation doesn’t hang about in turning back to Cork and towards 2026.

Whispers of fellas called in, curiosity to find out who is traveling in the other direction. The Cork hurling appetite sustains, even as we head into the quieter months.