Tipp hurlers battling it out for starting place

That's the prediction of Noel McGrath, who's been involved with the seniors for seven years and scored a goal in the 2010 All-Ireland Final victory.

The Loughmore-Castleiney man will hope to be involved in Saturday evening's National League clash with Dublin at Semple Stadium.

He's confident that Tipp have the playing talent to compensate for the loss of number of experienced players.