Brian Boyle's side recorded 3 wins from their 4 games in the group stages with a loss to Kilkenny the only blot on their copy.
Boyle says their strong showing against Dublin in Portlaoise earlier this month was a pivotal point in the season while he was also loud in his praise for the way they fought to the end against Kilkenny.
Saturday's game against Cork throws-in at 4 o'clock in Semple Stadium. Wexford await either Clare or Dublin in the opening quarter final in Thurles at 2.