There was some injury concerns focusing particularly on Paddy Stapleton and Cathal Barrett.
The Waterford forwards movement have caused difficulties for other teams defences so far this year.
Portroe native and Tipp goalkeeper Darren Gleeson says Tipp are prepared for the Waterford challenge
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