BBC, meanwhile, broadcast to a peak audience of half a million.
Clare were crowned champions after a 3-29 to 1-24 extra-time win over Cork at Croke Park.
Last year’s final showdown between Limerick and Kilkenny averaged 830,000 on RTÉ 2, which was the highest audience for an All-Ireland hurling final since 2019. “The game will live long in the memory of those who witnessed or listened to it, with Tony Kelly’s goal taking its place in the annals of memorable Croke Park moments.”
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
RTE announce plans to cut hundreds of jobs and limit presenter's salariesRTE's Director General Kevin Bakurst said he wants to 'build a strong, modern RTE'.
Read more »
Bakhurst: RTÉ to be Ireland's 'primary streaming service' under new plansRTÉ will be Ireland’s “primary streaming service” under “ambitious” new plans, according to its Director General.
Read more »
RTE confirms All-Ireland hurling final ratings but BBC won't release figuresThe RTÉ2 audience represented a share of 77 per cent of those watching TV at the time
Read more »
Ireland weather: Croke Park forecast for All-Ireland Hurling Final Clare vs CorkFans will undoubtedly be hoping that the weather doesn't dampen the spirits or the play of these two formidable teams as they vie for the All-Ireland title in Croke Park
Read more »
Diarmaid Ferriter: Ireland isn’t full. Our population could surpass its pre-famine peak in 33 yearsThe slogans ‘Ireland is Full’ and ‘Stop the new plantation of Ireland’ are comically historically illiterate
Read more »
Ireland fans react as Heimir Hallgrimsson appointed new Ireland managerPlenty of fans have reacted with surprise to the Icelandic's appointment.
Read more »