Humphrey Kelleher: Ger Cunningham to blame for Michael Carton exit

Former Dublin hurling boss Humphrey Kelleher has called into question the managerial credentials of Ger Cunningham, claiming Michael Carton’s decision to quit the squad is a direct result of his manager’s actions.

The long-serving defender was dropped for last Saturday’s qualifier win over Laois and was not among the four subs introduced at O’Moore Park, even though regular full-back Peter Kelly was sidelined through injury.

It was confirmed yesterday that Carton had walked away from the Dublin set-up ahead of Saturday’s qualifier against Limerick at Thurles and Kelleher believes blame must be placed at Cunningham’s doorstep.