 Dunne was also chosen as one of the 125 greatest hurlers of all-time in a 2009 poll.Dunne played his club hurling with Oulart the Ballagh and enjoyed much success during a golden age for the club.After making his debut for the senior team in 1986, Dunne was a key member of the team when Oulart lost the championship deciders of 1989 and 1992.