WATCH: Calm before the storm at a resplendent Semple Stadium ahead of the titanic clash

Pre-game scenes at FBD Semple Stadium are something to behold as the sun beats down in the perfect occasion for the Munster Hurling fan later this afternoon.

Tipperary and Cork fans are quickly descending on Thurles for the game and judging by the on-field conditions, supporters are in for a terrific game.