Council opt for Tullamore in O’Byrne Cup final switch

THE Leinster Council last night decided Sunday’s O’Byrne Cup Final between Laois and Dublin would be switched to Tullamore.

As the side from the lower half of the draw, Laois were entitled to a home venue but Portlaoise’s O’Moore Park is currently unavailable due to upgrading at the ground.

Laois have played in Portarlington earlier in the competition but the provincial body has chosen O’Connor Park in Tullamore, mindful no doubt of Dublin’s large travelling support and the keen rivalry established between the two counties in recent years.