McGrath comes into Ireland squad

Marty McGrath comes into Sean Boylan's squad

Fermanagh's Marty McGrath has been called into the Ireland squad for the forthcoming International Rules series against Australia.

Manager Sean Boylan has drafted McGrath into the panel to replace Dublin's Bernard Brogan who is unable to travel.

McGrath had been on the stand-by list for the two-Test series.

Monaghan's Paul Finlay was called up earlier in the week as a replacement for Kerry man Tommy Walsh who is unavailable because of club duties.

McGrath and Finlay's inclusion in the squad, captained by Sean Cavanagh, brings the Ulster involvement up to 11.

Enda McGinley, the McMahons Joe and Justin, Aaron Kernan, Steven McDonnell, Ciaran McKeever, Paddy Bradley and Benny Coulter are also in the squad.

Ireland manager Sean Boylan said he was "very disappointed" at Walsh's withdrawal.

"But in Paul Finlay we have a very capable and experienced replacement," said Boylan.

"He has continued to work hard with the squad since the original announcement and is very proud of the opportunity to represent Ireland."