Kerrigan says ’Haven now a stronger force

Cork footballer Paul Kerrigan believes Castlehaven are better-equipped to deal with the challenge of Dr Crokes than in last year’s Munster club final.

On Sunday, the Cork champions begin their provincial campaign away to their Kerry counterparts, who are seeking a third successive title. Kerrigan was on the Nemo Rangers team beaten by the Haven in last month’s county final and also played when Nemo overcame Crokes in the 2010 Munster final.

Since then, Crokes haven’t been beaten in a county or provincial championship game but Kerrigan believes Haven will be hungry for success.