McGrath named as new Tipperary captain

Midfielder Shane McGrath has been confirmed as the Tipperary senior hurling captain for the 2013 season, a week before the county's Allianz Hurling League opener against Cork.

McGrath, an All-Ireland SHC winner in 2010, takes over the captaincy from Paul Curran. Tipperary manager Eamonn O'Shea has appointed Brendan Maher as vice-captain.