Sarsfields landed three of the next four points in a three-minute burst, with Cathal McCarthy's inspirational score from the terrace-side touchline edging them two ahead in the final minutes of a tightly contested match.
Winning boss Johnny Crowley reflected on the narrow margin of victory, declaring, 'It was six inches from going home deflated or going home absolutely elated - and we're absolutely elated, obviously enough'.
This match marked a significant achievement for Sarsfields, becoming the first Cork club to reach the All-Ireland senior hurling final since 2006.
The heartache for Slaughtneil continues, retracing steps to their fifth semi-final loss in a decade, with their latest attempt highlighted by a critical, nearly game-winning moment.
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