Brendan Cummins has made more senior hurling championship appearances than any other player in the history of hurling. In an era which produced such brilliant goalkeeping talents as Davy Fitzgerald, Donal g Cusack, and Damien Fitzhenry many would argue that Cummins has earned the right to be considered the greatest of them all. From his debut for Tipperary in November, 1993, Cummins went on to play at the top of the inter-county game for 19 consecutive championship seasons. He won two All Ireland senior hurling championships, five Munster championships and four League titles u and has won five All Star awards. From fearless shot-stopping to pin-point accuracy on his puck-outs, Cummins was unrivalled for the consistency of his performances, a consistency underpinned by a sometimes punishing physical commitment, mental discipline and great attention to detail. He was the rock upon which Tipperary built their team under many managers and changes of personnel. Brendan Cummins story is the story of Tipperary hurling over the last two decades. The ups and downs. The dramas. The characters. From his first senior years under Len Gaynor to his final games under Eamon O'Shea, Cummins has seen it all. Standing My Ground is a remarkable account of an extraordinary career.
