Harlequins had just enough in the batting tank to beat fierce rivals Cork County in their Munster Premier League match at Farmers Cross.

Batting first County were bowled out for 137 with Abu Saddique top-scoring with 34, and contributions too for Donald Marakassery (32) and Sid Joshi (28*).

Senan Jones (3-26) was the pick of the home side attack, while there were wickets too for Mushtaq (3-39) and Dangi (2-8).

Sumnatu Powale - Munster batter of the Year in 2024 - made 36 to get the chase off to a decent start, but three wickets from spinner Eshan O'Sullivan threatened to derail their innings.

Step forward Joyce who cleared the ropes three times in a whirlwind unbeaten 37 to ensure the points and bragging rights went to the hosts.

Senan Jones (22) pipped Joyce to the Man of the Match accolade in a game where Harelquins laid down a marker for the season ahead - you suspect County will be keen for revenge when they meet later in the campaign.