The All-Ireland hurling final between Cork and Clare will have the largest live audience ever, being broadcast on BBC 2 for the first time, potentially reaching 27.3 million homes, which may introduce the sport to a wider audience. Cork's defeat to Clare at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh was influenced by Seán O'Donoghue's red card, with key players like Tony Kelly and Niall O'Leary expected to impact the upcoming final. Cork's top scorers from play this season, including Patrick Horgan, Darragh Fitzgibbon, and Alan Connolly, are crucial to the team's progress, highlighting a balanced offensive strategy. The final coincides with golfer Shane Lowry's challenge for The Open Championship, showcasing the intersection of sports interests for fans on Sunday.