Mullane steps back to prolong career

Waterford star John Mullane last night insisted he is “stepping back” from county training in a bid to prolong his inter-county career.

Mullane has confirmed he has withdrawn from the senior panel, as revealed by The Irish Examiner yesterday, due to family and work commitments.

However, the De La Salle clubman, who turned 31 last week, is adamant the move will help keep him and his county in the long term.