Many tributes have been paid to Tommy Walsh on twitter in the wake of his decision to retire from inter-county hurling.

The Kilkenny legend won nine All-Ireland medals and nine All Stars in a glittering career stretching back to 2002.

Here is just a selection of the tweets - some of which are very witty - that have been posted since this morning's announcement.

Sad day for kk hurling but tommy walsh's retirement should be a celebration of his superb career so many highs a real gladiator #tommywalsh

- Eddie Brennan (@NedzerB13) November 20, 2014

One of the best all rounders that played the game.incredible in the air&never backed down from anyone.Brian Gavin can sleep easy now#tw5

- Eoin Cadogan (@cads3) November 20, 2014

so Tommy Timber has called it a day...a cheeky little bastard but could he hurl ! big loss to the game #TW5

- Diarmuid O'Sullivan (@dsully3) November 20, 2014

Tommy was + is an inspiration to all KK hurling + beyond. Small man massive heart #Legend #spirit#friend

- Henry Shefflin (@ShefflinHenry) November 20, 2014

Is Tommy Walsh the only hurler to have won All Stars in backs,midfield& forwards? pic.twitter.com/0WbEhjLV2O

- Neil McManus (@Neilmcmanus88) November 20, 2014

Tommy Walsh was my favourite hurler! A pure ruthless winner and could be played anywhere on a pitch! Loved watching him play..#inspiration

- Mark McHugh (@MarkMcHugh1) November 20, 2014

Jesus he was some yoke over the years. Congrats #tw5

- padraic maher (@podzo21) November 20, 2014

I'd say there could be an army headn 4 Tommy Walshs house again to bring him out of retirement #Baller#Warrior#Hero pic.twitter.com/ciMP84v2hG

- Aidan O Mahony (@GmailMahony) November 20, 2014

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