Clare boss Brian Lohan felt his side were rewarded for the effort they put as the Banner secured their first points of the Munster hurling championship round robin series.
The victory over Tipperary in Thurles leaves the Premier all but eliminated from this years championship, with a trip to take on All Ireland champions Limerick next up for Colm Bonnar’s winless side.
Clare face a showdown with Cork in Thurles next Sunday afternoon, where a win would leave Lohan’s side in a strong position to secure one of the three qualification spots from the Munster series.
The four time All Star full back says his side worked hard to ensure they were ready for their first outing.