Conor O'Mahony has brought the curtain down on his decade-long Tipperary senior hurling career.

The Newport clubman confirmed his inter-county retirement in a statement issued through Tipperary GAA this morning. The 31-year-old made his senior debut in 2005 before going on to make 42 championship appearances.

He won an All-Ireland medal in 2010, when Tipp memorably stopped Kilkenny's 'drive for five', as well as five Munster SHC medals and two All Star awards in 2008 and '09.

"Having had the great honour of playing with Tipperary at all levels over the last 15 years, I have decided to call time on my inter-county hurling career," the centre back said.

"It was a huge privilege for me to play with Tipperary. I will have great memories from my time as a Tipperary player and particularly of 2010 when we won the All Ireland senior hurling championship. I want to thank all the players on the panel in my time. I have made great friendships and have many treasured memories.

"I am grateful to the management teams and their backroom staff who gave me such great encouragement and support. I also want to thank Tipperary County Board and my club, Newport, for their great loyalty and support during my time playing with Tipperary.

"Playing inter-county hurling requires lots of sacrifices particularly from players' families. I want to thank Niamh and my family and friends for their great support at all times. I would also like to thank my employers Snickers Workwear for their support and encouragement to me in my playing career. Finally, I want to wish Tipperary well for the future. I have no doubt this current group of players will go on to achieve many more successes. "

A Tipperary GAA statement read: "Tipperary County Board extends its best wishes to Conor O'Mahony on the announcement of his retirement from the Tipperary senior hurling panel. During his long career with Tipperary, Conor distinguished himself as a team player of great quality and versatility. He led by example on and off the pitch and was hugely respected and regarded by his fellow players and management teams.

"He was instrumental in many of Tipperary's successes in the last decade and was always to the fore when the pressure was at its peak. We are very grateful to Conor for his long and dedicated service to the county and we wish him all the best for the future."

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