Shane Maher is expected to return to the Tipperary hurling fold next year after lining out in a challenge match against Galway in Mullagh last Sunday evening.

The 30-year-old former All-Star nominee didn't feature at all this year for the Premier County due to work commitments. But a recent change in work circumstances should allow him to commit to the cause next year.

Maher had an outstanding year for his club Burgess and would be a useful addition to Declan Ryan's squad as they focus on the task of bouncing back from last month's All-Ireland final disappointment. Tweet

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