Tipp senior hurling challenge this afternoon

The Tipperary senior hurlers take to the field earlier than usual in preparation for the 2018 season.

They face Laois in a challenge game this afternoon, in what’s a chance for manager Michael Ryan to blood some new players.

Ryan says the squad are optimistic about the 2018 season..

Today’s game throws in at the Kiladangan GAA Grounds in Puckane at 2pm.

All proceeds will go towards the Kiladangan NS defibrillator fund and Living Links Ireland.