Former Munster interprovincial Paul Ryan has died following a short illness.

Cork County completed the Munster Senior treble at the weekend after beating Limerick City.

A century for Cormac Hassett and a five-wicket haul from Abubakar Saddique helped Cork County to a 206-run win against County Kerry in the Munster Senior Cup final.

Back-to-back half centuries from Jeremy Benton saw Cork County beat Limerick and Galway to claim their fourth successive T20 Blast title at The Mardyke.

Though high scoring, the tempo of this match was relaxed rather frenetic. The key was to remain disciplined and patient. That Cork Harlequins won is testimony to the unflappable temperament of their younger players and to their ability to build partnerships.

With the league now into the fourth weekend, it’s the perfect opportunity for the sides to get their season running properly.

Josh Uddin, late of Halverstown, Railway Union, North Kildare, Terenure and Clondalkin, had a spectacular introduction to Munster cricket last weekend, scoring 215 for Co Kerry 2nds against Limerick 2nds at Adare. According to the most comprehensive records, his innings was the 150th double century yet recorded in Irish cricket.

The sun shone in Cork Harlequins, but a chill breeze ensured it was never warm. And on a day when the ball moved throughout, neither team dominated.

The significant new role within Munster Cricket will see Joe lead the Union in to the next phase of its development and support its transition to a new governance structure.

There will be no shortage of action for Munster Reds this summer with no fewer than nine T20 games lined up in three T20 interpro Festivals.

The draw has been made for the 2019 Munster Senior Cup.