Cork boss O'Connor thrilled to have senior star Downey available for U20 showpiece 

O’Connor is conscious that the week’s delay to Sunday, June 4, has a knock-on effect for the half of his panel currently preparing for their Leaving Cert.

BACK IN THE FRAME: Eoin Downey of Cork. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady

Cork boss Ben O’Connor is delighted to have senior star Eoin Downey available for selection after the decision to delay the All-Ireland U20 hurling final.

O’Connor’s centre-back had missed their past two games due to his senior commitments and the GAA’s new rule prohibiting players from being involved at both grades within a seven-day spell.