Flynn the hero as Roscrea edge out Lorrha in thriller

Marksman David Flynn was the hero as Roscrea edged out Lorrha 2-12 to 1-14 in a thrilling Tipperary SHC third round tie.

In a gripping finish Flynn, so accurate all through, held his nerve to point a last minute free from an acute angle and victory for Roscrea.

Lorrha made most of the early running with Patrick “Bonnar” Maher the driving force. Approaching the break they were 0-8 to 0-6 ahead but a goal by Jamie Bergin just before the interval was vital for Roscrea who still trailed at half-time, 0-10 to 1-6.