Paul Rouse: The enduring connection between Londoner Liam MacCarthy and Ireland

It's a century this week since the Liam MacCarthy Cup was presented for the first time.

Darragh O'Donovan of Limerick celebrates with the Liam MacCarthy Cup following the GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final between Galway and Limerick at Croke Park in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

This week one hundred years ago, the Liam MacCarthy Cup was presented for the first time after Limerick defeated Dublin by 8-5 to 3-2 in the All-Ireland senior hurling final in Croke Park.

It was a match that was very much in keeping with the times.