McLoughlin: Tipp test the perfect way to prepare for summer

Lorcan McLoughlin says Cork are “realistic” about their place in the hurling world, warning that they still have “a lot of work to do” ahead of this year’s championship.

The Rebel hurlers face Tipperary in the NHL semi-final this Sunday, but while McLoughlin says Cork are keen to win, this weekend is a “build-up” to the championship.

“Everyone knows that Tipperary and Kilkenny have been the top teams in the last couple of years, but the more often you play them the better because you learn more about yourself and adapting to how they play,” he said.