WATCH: Noel McGrath got a hero’s welcome at Croker after beating cancer

The Tipperary hurler came on to the field to a standing ovation from every fan in Croke Park, regardless of the colour of their jersey.

WATCH: Noel McGrath got a hero’s welcome at Croker after beating cancer

Four months after receiving a diagnosis of testicular cancer, Noel McGrath took to the field in yesterday’s All-Ireland semi-final and GAA headquarters erupted.

The Tipperary hurler came on to the field to a standing ovation from every fan in Croke Park, regardless of the colour of their jersey.

GAA supporters were united in their admiration for the 24-year-old, who underwent surgery after his diagnosis and was making his first appearance in an inter-county jersey since the operation.

He nearly got the fairytale ending - scoring in the 69th minute to give Tipperary the lead.

But it wasn’t to be, with Galway fighting back to book their place in the All-Ireland final.

There was a lovely moment between McGrath and Anthony Cunningham - the Galway manager went straight over to the player after the full-time whistle to congratulate him on his return.

He may not have won the game, but yesterday was as much of a success for Noel as for anyone on the Galway panel.

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