All-Ireland SHC Quarter-Final Matches Preview and Details
The All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship takes center stage this Saturday with two exciting quarter-final clashes: Dublin face off with Limerick at Croke Park at 4pm, followed by Galway versus Tipperary at the TUS Gaelic Grounds at 6.15pm. These games mark a crucial point in the championship, as six teams are whittled down to four in the battle for hurling supremacy. Fans can catch all the action live on RTÉ2 from 3.30pm, follow along on RTÉ’s live blog or news app, tune into Saturday Sport on RTÉ Radio 1, or enjoy highlights later on The Saturday Game at 9.30pm.
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Dublin Seek a Historic Win Against Limerick
Dublin are chasing their first All-Ireland semi-final appearance in over a decade. Their last quarter-final win came in 2011, when Ryan O’Dwyer’s first-half hat-trick led them past Limerick. While history offers a glimmer of hope, toppling a Limerick side of this caliber is a tall order. However, Dublin have shown their goal-scoring prowess recently, netting 16 goals across their Leinster campaign and preliminary quarter-final—shared among eight players, with Sean Currie and Ronan Hayes leading the charge.
They’ll also be hoping for input from Dónal Burke, who was on the bench last weekend, while Danny Sutcliffe remains out. Limerick, meanwhile, come into this game under some pressure after a dramatic penalty shootout loss to Cork in the Munster final. Yet, manager John Kiely remains calm, seeing this as another step on their championship journey. None of Limerick’s current squad have ever beaten Dublin in the championship, making this a chance to rewrite that narrative.
Tipp’s Momentum Tested Against Galway
Tipperary’s season has been full of promise, with a strong league showing and a solid Munster campaign. They put up a huge 3-32 in their recent win over Laois, with 12 different players scoring—Jason Forde contributing 2-04 and Willie Connors excelling at midfield. They enter this match confident and injury-free, with Eoghan Connolly returning to the panel.
Galway, on the other hand, have been inconsistent. Losses to Kilkenny exposed gaps, but their second-half comeback in the Leinster final showed their potential. With Fintan Burke a doubt due to injury and Éanna Murphy also sidelined, Galway will need a full 70-minute performance. Still, they’re capable of greatness when in form. With a long-standing rivalry at play and a semi-final spot against Cork up for grabs, this encounter promises to be fierce.
How to Watch
Watch both quarter-finals live from 3.30pm on RTÉ2. Follow updates online on rte.ie/sport and the RTÉ News app. Listen on RTÉ Radio 1 and catch the highlights on The Saturday Game from 9.30pm.
