Pat Ryan says three-week break no excuse after Cork 'played second fiddle to Limerick'

That mouth-watering clash with Waterford in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh next Sunday (4pm) is a massive game to keep Cork’s championship hopes alive.

NO EXCUSES: Cork manager Pat Ryan against Limerick during the Munster SHC , round 4 at TUS Gaelic Grounds, Limerck. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Pat Ryan refused to use the three week break since the Tipperary victory for Cork’s substandard performance against Limerick in the TUS Gaelic Grounds on Sunday.

Totally outclassed by the Treaty County, they trailed by 15 points at half-time and 16 at the end. It signalled a clear declaration of Limerick’s intent for the season ahead.