Surprising name included as ChatGPT picks list of greatest ever Tipperary hurlers

As an experiment, we asked ChatGPT to come up with a list of the best hurlers in Tipperary GAA history. 

This is the the list of the best GAA hurlers in Tipperary GAA history according to ChatGPT with its own intro thrown in...

Tipperary has a rich tradition in Gaelic Games, particularly in hurling. Over the years, there have been many exceptional hurlers who have represented Tipperary with distinction. While it is challenging to narrow down the list to just a few, here are some of the best hurlers in Tipperary GAA history:

Jimmy Doyle: Widely regarded as one of the greatest hurlers of all time, Jimmy Doyle from Thurles played for Tipperary from 1957 to 1973. He won six All-Ireland titles and eight Munster titles during his career. Doyle's skill, speed, and scoring ability made him a legendary figure in Tipperary hurling.

Nicky English: Hailing from Lattin-Cullen, Nicky English was a key figure for Tipperary in the 1980s and 1990s. He won two All-Ireland titles, five Munster titles, and six All-Star awards. English's exquisite stickwork, accuracy, and ability to score crucial goals set him apart as one of the county's finest hurlers.

Eoin Kelly: Eoin Kelly, originally from Mullinahone, enjoyed a distinguished career with Tipperary from 2000 to 2014. He won two All-Ireland titles, five Munster titles, and was named an All-Star six times. Kelly's scoring prowess, particularly from placed balls, made him a formidable forward and one of Tipperary's greatest hurlers.

Michael "Babs" Keating: Babs Keating, from Ardfinnan, was a dominant figure for Tipperary in the 1960s and 1970s. He won two All-Ireland titles, three Munster titles, and three All-Star awards. Keating's strength, skill, and leadership on the field made him an influential player in Tipperary's success.

Tommy Doyle: Tommy Doyle, from Thurles Sarsfields, represented Tipperary from 1953 to 1967. He won three All-Ireland titles and five Munster titles during his career. Doyle's exceptional athleticism, versatility, and ability to dominate in multiple positions established him as one of the county's greatest hurlers.

Lar Corbett: A native of Thurles, Lar Corbett played for Tipperary from 2001 to 2015. He won three All-Ireland titles, five Munster titles, and received two All-Star awards. Corbett's speed, skill, and goal-scoring ability, particularly his famous hat-trick in the 2010 All-Ireland final, solidified his place among Tipperary's best hurlers.

ChatGPT added: "It is important to note that this is not an exhaustive list, and there have been numerous other exceptional hurlers who have represented Tipperary with distinction throughout the years.

"The selection of the 'best' hurlers is subjective to some extent and can vary based on personal opinions and different eras in the county's history."