Tohill names Cluxton as perfect man to lead Ireland

STEPHEN CLUXTON’S “unbelievable” level of commitment to the cause made him the stand-out candidate for the Ireland captaincy, according to manager Anthony Tohill.

Dublin’s media-shy All-Ireland winning goalkeeper was named International Rules team captain for the October 28 and November 4 Tests against Australia. He is the only Dublin player currently selected and is likely to remain the county’s sole representative on the flight to Melbourne next week.

His club Parnells’ continuing involvement in the championship threatens to put a spanner in the works but Tohill is hoping the matter will be resolved should they beat St Sylvesters this Sunday.