Limerick and Tipperary will battle it out in a top of the table clash in the Allianz Hurling League this Saturday. Here's all you need to know about Limerick v Tipperary.
The fixture was originally due to take place at the TUS Gaelic Grounds. However, there has been a delay on improvements to the pitch as a result of the weather conditions in recent weeks and the surface isn't ready to be played on. All this means that the game has been moved south to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
Nonetheless, it is set to be an intriguing contest with both sides looking to maintain their perfect start to this years league season. Limerick overcame Antrim and Westmeath before turning on the style against Dublin. Tipperary also beat Dublin and Westmeath with a victory at home to Galway sandwiched in between.
The local rivals are neck and neck at the top of Division 1B of the Allianz Hurling League. Both sides have a maximum 6 points from their 3 games with the All Ireland Champions top on points difference. Managers John Kiely and Liam Cahill have experimented with different combinations in their respective fixtures so far. However, expect more established players to come to the fore as the sides look to secure top spot.
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When Is Limerick v Tipperary?
Limerick v Tipperary will take place this Saturday 9th of March at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, throw in is scheduled for 7:35pm.
What’s coming up next: pic.twitter.com/uaU9z6dszP
— Limerick GAA (@LimerickCLG) March 4, 2024
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What Channel Is Limerick v Tipperary?
The game will be live on RTE2 with coverage beginning at 7:20pm.
11 February 2024; Gearoid O'Connor of Tipperary celebrates after scoring his side's first goal, from a penalty, in the fourth and last minute of injury time which was the final score of the Allianz Hurling League Division 1 Group B match between Tipperary and Galway at FBD Semple Stadium in Thurles, Tipperary. Photo by Tom Beary/Sportsfile
Teams
The big news from a Limerick perspective is that Cian Lynch will make his 2024 debut. He captains the side.
John Kiely and his management team has announced their Limerick Senior hurling team and match panel for their Allianz Hurling League round 4 game:
The Limerick Hurling team will face Tipperary this Saturday evening in SuperValu Pairc Ui Chaoimh at 7.35pm. pic.twitter.com/VR44FHKXSM— Limerick GAA (@LimerickCLG) March 7, 2024
For Tipp, John McGrath starts at full forward.
The Tipperary Senior Hurling Team to play Limerick has been named. pic.twitter.com/yvI91xjrhd
— Limerick GAA (@LimerickCLG) March 7, 2024
