Former All-Ireland-winning Limerick hurler Jim O'Brien has died.
The Bruree clubman had a 12-year inter-county career, making his senior debut in 1967.
O'Brien played at corner-back when the Treaty beat Kilkenny 1-21 to 1-14 in 1973 to lift the Liam MacCarthy Cup. He won an All Star in the same year.
In a statement published on social media, his club said: "It is with a heavy heart that Bruree GAA announce the sad news of the passing last night, after a long battle, of the Bruree and Limerick legend Jim O'Brien.
"Jim’s passing is a huge loss and he will be greatly missed by all in Bruree GAA and the Lotto committee, as he holds a special place in the annals of our club.
"It is difficult to think about Jim in the past tense but aside from being one of the greatest hurlers that Bruree GAA has had, Jim’s dedication to the club was unwavering and he made a huge contribution at so many levels.
"Throughout the years, he gave his time in a huge amount of roles including club chairman and he was active within the club even during his illness - being a main driver of the Lotto.
"Rightly so, a lot of people will remember Jim for his hurling exploits, in particular with the All-Ireland winning Limerick side of 1973, but at the moment Bruree GAA will remember the great chats and laughs had with Jim.
"Today we remember and think about a gentleman and friend that we will miss hugely."
