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10 Sept 2025

STARTING TEAM: How Tipperary could line up to take on eternal rivals Kilkenny this weekend

Tipperary will face Kilkenny this coming Sunday in the All-Ireland Hurling Championship semi-final

14. John McGrath (Loughmore Castleiney)

McGrath will get the sternest of examinations for a full forward in the modern game on Sunday, with the attentions of Huw Lawlor expected to be severe.

McGrath has been outstanding this term, and if nothing else, he will create space and attract attention for his teammates to thrive. Lawlor is a class act, but he will have to be extremely tuned in to curtail the Loughmore Castleiney ace, given his current form.

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