Tipperary 4-24 : Antrim 3-09
 
This DVD is the original match as broadcast on TV
A genuinely historic final whichever way it breaks. Tipperary are on the verge of a first All-Ireland in 18 years and Antrim are in a first final since 1943 after a blazing semi-final defeat of Offaly. Under Babs Keating’s management Tipp have finally overcome their arch rivals Galway in a bad-tempered encounter, overshadowed by the controversial suspension of Tony Keady. This will be a colourful occasion and regardless of result a celebration for Ulster hurling.