O'Brien, from Kildorrery, Co Cork hit ten points as Roscrea, better known for rugby prowess, reached their first national final in five years.
Fielding a team that included players from Clare, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick, Offaly, Laois and Tipperary, they produced a marvellous display that if repeated, would be more than good enough to win the All-Ireland in a couple of weeks time.
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