Maurice Brosnan: McCole’s masterclass sets up a heavyweight showdown with Clifford

Jordan Morris joined the hitlist along with Sam Mulroy, Ryan O’Donoghue, Conor Turbitt and Darragh Canavan. In this championship, Brendan McCole has bested every one of them.

ECSTACY: Brendan McCole of Donegal celebrates. Pic: Daire Brennan/Sportsfile

At the final whistle, Brendan McCole let it all go. 

There was no longer a need for his unwavering focus. Arms up, head to the sky, rejoice right in front of the Hogan Stand. They are through. His reward is the ultimate test.