Thurles Sarsfields have put all thoughts of their County Senior Hurling title behind them as they head into the provincial competition.
They face Waterford champions Ballygunner this weekend.
The Mid-Tipp side beat the Deise outfit in Semple Stadium last year – however Sars coach Paddy McCormack says they’ll be up against it on Sunday.
Throw-in is at 2 o’clock in Walsh Park on Sunday.
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