The winner takes it all in Salthill this weekend as Tipperary visit Galway in a re-fixed Allianz Hurling League clash.
With both sides deadlocked at four points each, the winner of this tie will be guaranteed to advance to the quarter-final stage and take on either Wexford or Kilkenny - depending on results elsewhere.
But it's advantage Tribesmen, with home comforts they'll be raring to down the All-Ireland kingpins and leave them with an eight-week gap with no hurling.
Here's everything you need to know about the match:
Where and when is it?
The game takes place at Pearse Stadium on Sunday, March 8.

What time is kick-off?
The action gets underway at 2 pm.
What channel is it on?
The game will be broadcast live on TG4, with coverage kicking off at 1.30 pm.
You can also follow all the action on the Irish Mirror's live blog.
Betting Odds
Galway 11/10
Tipperary 10/11
Draw 8/1