Jim Gavin eager to reshape ‘cynical Dubs’ narrative

Jim Gavin has stoked the embers of his simmering row with Éamonn Fitzmaurice, insisting that his Dublin team is not cynical and that such claims are influencing referees.

Gavin pulled no punches at yesterday’s launch of the Leinster championships when discussing various issues around the recent Allianz League final between the Dubs and Kerry.

The three-time All-Ireland- winning manager made veiled references to Kerry boss Fitzmaurice’s pre-match interview in which Fitzmaurice detailed past instances of apparent cynical Dublin play.