The Premier County's manager Eamon O'Shea has had to call upon his reserves during the opening rounds of this year's campaign.
The depth of his squad may prove to be vital in this weekend's away game in Cusack Park.
Former Tipp goalkeeper and Tipp FM analyst Ken Hogan says a win against the Banner will put O'Shea's side on the road towards National silverware.
Meanwhile, the Clare senior hurling management team say they are still experimenting with a starting line up ahead of the game on Sunday.
Clare selector Louis Mulqueen says that this is the best time of year to try different things.
That game in Cusack Park throws-in at 2 o'clock on Sunday and we'll have live commentary here on Tipp FM in association with Nenagh Quickfit Centre, Ormond Street Nenagh and Doherty Hardware, Rosemary Square Roscrea.
