Benny hopes Tipp can beat system
On the one hand, he is aware of the leadership required of him on and off the field. And, with the likelihood of a few newcomers being selected, there is an appreciation that they need all the help they can get from the more experienced members of the side.
Then, there is the small matter of following in his brother's footsteps. Tommy Dunne didn't just lead Tipperary to their last All-Ireland triumph in 2001, he epitomised all that was best about Tipperary hurling. Just as importantly, he was an outstanding advertisement for the game itself and, even without having the same high profile, continues to be so. "Being captain is obviously a big honour for me," said Benny. "The first thing I'd say is that I'll never better big brother. All I can do is try to equal him."
