Cork v Dublin Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds [2025]

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Timetable 5th July, 17:00 GMT
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Cork take on Dublin in a crucial clash as both teams battle for a place in the final of the All Ireland SHC 2025. Dublin head into this fixture on the back of a stunning quarter-final win over Limerick, shocking the GAA world with a two-point upset. Cork, meanwhile, enter the semi-final full of confidence after clinching the Munster Championship by defeating Limerick on penalties.

This highly anticipated showdown takes place on Saturday, July 5th, and will be broadcast live on RTÉ 2, BBC NI, and GAA+ for viewers outside of Ireland. Stay tuned for our Cork v Dublin prediction.

🏆 Cork v Dublin Prediction

The Cork v Dublin semi-final at the 2025 All-Ireland Hurling Championship has all the makings of a classic. With Limerick’s shock exit at the hands of Dublin in Croke Park, the title race has blown wide open. Cork enter as favourites following their Munster final triumph, while Dublin’s confidence is soaring after knocking out the defending champions. Still, we’re backing Cork to edge it, they have momentum, firepower, and a burning desire to end a 20-year All-Ireland drought

OUR PREDICTION: 🏆 CORK TO WIN 🏆

💯 Cork v Dublin Betting Odds

The Cork vs Dublin betting odds are available from some of the top Irish bookmakers. You can learn more about these bookmakers by checking out our bookmaker reviews.

Result
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Cork
TBC
TBC
Draw
TBC
TBC
Dublin
TBC
TBC
Result
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Cork
TBC
TBC
Draw
TBC
TBC
Dublin
TBC
TBC

✔️ Cork v Dublin Betting Tips

Next, we share our Cork vs Dublin betting tips, which may be useful, especially if you’ve got any free bets lined up.

  • Tip 1: Cork to Win – Based on quality and form

    Cork are firm favourites, even with Dublin's shock win over Limerick in the last round. With Limerick out, many punters and bookmakers now see Cork as the frontrunners for the All-Ireland title. To stay on course, they’ll need to overcome an improving Dublin side, but their squad depth and experience should see them through. You can back Cork to win at 1.17.

  • Tip 2: Dublin Handicap +7 – Based on recent performances

    Dublin have shown strong form in 2025 and will carry massive momentum from their upset over Limerick. Despite this, Cork are given a seven-point advantage by the bookies. Dublin are in this semi-final on merit and should be capable of keeping things close. Taking the +7 handicap on Dublin looks like solid value. This market is offered by DirectionBet at 2.00.

  • Tip 3: Over 2.5 goals – Based on scoring potential

    Goals are often decisive in hurling, as seen in Dublin’s two quick-fire goals against Limerick. They’ll need similar firepower here, and Cork are no strangers to finding the net either. Backing over 2.5 goals looks like a smart bet for this match.

⚽ Cork Squad Form

Cork have enjoyed a stellar 2025 campaign, claiming both the Allianz League and the Munster Championship, beating Limerick on penalties in the latter. The Rebels have combined flair with consistency, with Patrick Horgan and Seamus Harnedy leading the forward line, while Eoin Downey and Sean O'Donoghue have anchored a solid defence. Manager Pat Ryan has built a well-balanced squad that’s currently unbeaten in their last eight championship games. With momentum and silverware on their side, Cork will look to maintain their high tempo and attacking style while remaining cautious against a resurgent Dublin outfit.

⚽ Dublin Squad Form

Dublin stunned the GAA world with their dramatic quarter-final victory over Limerick, despite playing with 14 men after captain Chris Crummey was sent off in the 14th minute. Their path to the semi-final also includes wins over Kildare, Antrim, Offaly, and Wexford, though defeats to Galway and Kilkenny saw them miss out on a Leinster final spot.

👕 Cork v Dublin Predicted Lineups

Below are our predicted lineups for the crucial All-Ireland hurling semi-final between Cork and Dublin.

Pos.
Dublin
6-2-6
Cork
6-2-6
Goalkeeper
S. Brennan
P. Collins
Right Corner-Back
J. Bellew
D. Cahalane
Full-Back
P. Smyth
E. Downey
Left Corner-Back
C. McHugh
S. O’Donoghue
Right Half-Back
P. Doyle
C. O’Brien
Centre Half-Back
C. Crummey
C. Joyce
Left Half-Back
A. Dunphy
M. Coleman
Midfielder
C. Burke
T. O’Mahony
Midfielder
B. Hayes
D. Fitzgibbon
Right Half-Forward
R. McBride
D. Healy
Centre Half-Forward
C. O’Sullivan
S. Barrett
Left Half-Forward
F. Whitely
S. Harnedy
Right Corner-Forward
S. Currie
P. Horgan
Full Forward
J. Hetherton
A. Connolly
Left Corner-Forward
R. Hayes
B. Hayes
Pos.
Goalkeeper
Right Corner-Back
Full-Back
Left Corner-Back
Right Half-Back
Centre Half-Back
Left Half-Back
Midfielder
Midfielder
Right Half-Forward
Centre Half-Forward
Left Half-Forward
Right Corner-Forward
Full Forward
Left Corner-Forward
Dublin
6-2-6
S. Brennan
J. Bellew
P. Smyth
C. McHugh
P. Doyle
C. Crummey
A. Dunphy
C. Burke
B. Hayes
R. McBride
C. O’Sullivan
F. Whitely
S. Currie
J. Hetherton
R. Hayes
Cork
6-2-6
P. Collins
D. Cahalane
E. Downey
S. O’Donoghue
C. O’Brien
C. Joyce
M. Coleman
T. O’Mahony
D. Fitzgibbon
D. Healy
S. Barrett
S. Harnedy
P. Horgan
A. Connolly
B. Hayes

✒️ Cork v Dublin – H2H Stats

Here’s a look at recent head-to-head meetings between Cork and Dublin:

Date
Competition
Winner
Score
01.08.2021
All Ireland quarter final
Cork
2-26 - 0-24
14.11.2020
All Ireland Qualifiers
Cork
1-25 - 0-22
02.07.2016
All Ireland Qualifiers
Cork
1-26 - 1-23
Date
01.08.2021
14.11.2020
02.07.2016
Competition
All Ireland quarter final
All Ireland Qualifiers
All Ireland Qualifiers
Winner
Cork
Cork
Cork
Score
2-26 - 0-24
1-25 - 0-22
1-26 - 1-23
About us

Jack hails from County Offaly in Ireland and joins the team as a Content Writer and Performance Analyst. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English and History from Maynooth University and a master’s degree in Sports Performance from the University of Limerick. Jack is a keen sports fan with a love for performance analysis and wishes to use this data-driven style that is seen in performance analysis in his writing to deliver informative predictions.