Waterford weren’t as sharp against Tipp as they were earlier in the spring. They’re training since last autumn. Fatigue can surreptitiously seep into a losing dressing room.

All-Star forward Damien Hayes has been brought into the Galway attack for tomorrow's Allianz Hurling League semi-final against Kilkenny at Semple Stadium (throw-in 3.45pm).

Galway went into their last game with no expectation.