Why Cian Lynch puts a lot of talented hurlers to shame

Cian Lynch and JP McManus after the game. Picture: INPHO/James Crombie

If Cian Lynch works this hard, what’s your excuse? The hurler of the year must be the Patrickswell man — Lynch is the most influential player on the best team in the country. Let there be no mistake. Crown him, again.

In Sunday’s final, Cian Lynch was on the ball 21 times and he gave a performance for the ages, scoring 0-6 from play and providing the assist for 2-5. It was extraordinary to watch.