The Echo Sport Podcast: All-Ireland hurling final special, how Cork can beat Clare

IT'S the biggest week in the GAA season, as the Cork hurlers and their passionate supporters gear up for the All-Ireland.

Denis Hurley and Barry O'Mahony join Éamonn Murphy to preview the Rebels' bid for a first hurling title since 2005. They ask the key questions that will decide who returns from Croke Park with Liam MacCarthy.

Did Cork peak in beating Limerick in the semi-final? Are Clare their bogey team, having beaten them in the decider 11 years ago and across four of the last five championship encounters?

They look at the match-ups that will matter and examine the best markers for Shane O'Donnell and Tony Kelly. 

At the other end, which backs will Clare deploy on the Cork forwards, including Patrick Horgan who is three points off being the top scorer of all-time?

Off the field, how well will Pat Ryan and his management shield the players from the hype and pressure?

Plus the ticket scramble, the corporate side of GAA and homecoming plans.

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