Shefflin's thumbs up to Tipp

Hurler of the Year Henry Shefflin has confirmed he'll be flying fit for the All-Ireland semi-final clash with Tipperary next month despite picking up a calf injury in a club game.

The Shamrocks centre-forward suffered the set back while on duty last week against county champions Young Irelands but insisted it won't keep him out of the Croke Park tie.

Shefflin said: "I don't see a problem with it and I fully expect to be playing against Tipperary.

"That's one I wouldn't want to miss. You hurl for these type of games. It's what you prepare for and I've no fear of missing it."