Ryan: Dalton 'has a point to prove’ after 2022 panel omission 

On the one hand, the fact Cork were so superior without several key men is cause for even more encouragement. On the other, it would be nice to have them available at the same time.

IN THE THICK OF IT: Declan Dalton of Cork in action against Jack Grealish of Galway. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

As statements go, Declan Dalton’s was deafening. The Fr O’Neills man is back and ready to lead the line, hitting eight points as Cork overcame Galway in the Allianz League clash at Pearse Stadium.

“Declan fought fierce hard,” said a delighted Pat Ryan post-match.