Limerick's Cian Lynch will replace Declan Hannon as team captain for the upcoming season.
Hannon has been Limerick's captain since 2017 but has been plagued by injury issues in recent times. During his tenure as captain, Hannon led Limerick to five All-Ireland titles and six Munster titles.
Today, it was announced that Lynch will captain the side, with William O'Donoghue serving as vice-captain.
A statement from Limerick GAA read: "We would like to wish both Cian and William the very best of luck in their roles for the year ahead.
"The Limerick Senior Hurling Management team and all in Limerick GAA would like to take this opportunity to thank Declan Hannon for his extraordinary leadership over the last seven seasons since his appointment in 2017.
"Declan has led the group by example in everything he did on and off the pitch. He has been a wonderful example to those around him and a great support to all players and the management team throughout his time as captain.
Cian Lynch & William O'Donoghue named as Limerick Senior Hurling Team Captain & Vice-Captain 2025.
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"New players joining the group, in particular, were always made welcome and encouraged by Declan.
"In short, Declan has at all times put the team first. We have no doubt that he will continue to do so as a player in 2025."*
Lynch previously captained the side to their All-Ireland title win in 2023 when Hannon was sidelined with an injury.
Chairperson of Limerick GAA, Seamus McNamara, also added: "I’d like to wish Cian all the best in his role as captain and William as vice-captain for 2025.
"I want to also pay tribute to Declan Hannon’s term as captain. He has been a fantastic role model, and no doubt he will continue that on the field in 2025."*
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