The legend at the heart of ‘Hell’s Kitchen’

He speaks softly but carried a big stick. Michael Maher was one of the greatest full-backs to ever play hurling. The Tipperary legend spoke to Michael Moynihan.

Sat, 04 Sep, 2010 - 01:00
All-Ireland SHC final 2010 Michael Moynihan

There’s no change out of Maher. – Christy Ring

THE SUBJECT of that tribute chuckles when you mention it and pours out more tea in the quiet back bar of the Anner Hotel.

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