Cork hurlers can't cope with Kilkenny's fire and fury at Croke Park

That seems like an eternity ago now.

Being beaten 2-27 to 3-18 told the tale of how exposed Cork’s rearguard was.
They were absolutely stuck to the ground on the restart though, allowing Richie Hogan ghost in behind for a crucial goal and their only response to eight points from the Cats in the third quarter was a lone Horgan free. 2-19 to 2-11 in arrears Cork appeared dead and buried only for a 1-3 salvo from Horgan (goal), Cadogan (2) and Harnedy brought the stadium to life.

It’s a horrible stat but far worse is the fact Cork are now without a senior hurling All-Ireland since 2005 and the noughties are a write-off.
