Like previous encounters neither side took a considerable lead, however, Kilkenny had a vital goal from Aidan Fogarty. Cork were in arrears coming into the final few minutes, however, Ben O'Connor goaled for Cork. It was too little too late as ‘the Cats’ denied ‘the Rebels’ the three-in-a-row on a score line of 1–16 to 1–13.
Despite previous encounters being close, neither team managed to gain a substantial lead. However, Kilkenny secured a crucial goal from Aidan Fogarty. Despite Cork trailing in the final minutes, Ben O'Connor scored for them but it was not enough as Kilkenny prevented Cork from winning three consecutive games with a score of 1–16 to 1–13.