Ryan says Tipp can’t get distracted by big day

The Premier County face Kilkenny in the senior decider hoping to get their hands on the Liam MacCarthy Cup for the first time in six years.

Manager Michael Ryan says his players can't afford to get distracted by the drama of the day.

Kilkenny's recent record against Tipperary is, to say the least, impressive.

However, the Cats' boss Brian Cody doesn't believes those past encounters will have any bearing on the outcome of today's match.

Tipp FM will have live commentary on the match this afternoon.  Our build-up to the game – which gets underway at 3.30 – begins at 3 o'clock. Coverage will be brought to you in association with Mulcahy Car Sales, Ardcroney, Nenagh.