Guide to This Weekend’s GAA Rounders Action
Another action-packed weekend of GAA Rounders lies ahead as clubs across the country take to the field on Sunday, 8 June 2025.
With championship points at stake and league tables tightening, every innings matters now.
Scroll on for your full match-by-match previews across Senior, Intermediate and Junior — including predictions, key stats and expected run tallies.
🟢 Senior Mens – Round 4 Preview (8 June 2025)
With Breaffy and Carrickmacross flying, Glynn and Erne finding form, and others still searching for a spark, Round 3 of the Senior Men’s Championship is set to shape the mid-season landscape. From bottom-of-the-table battles to top-of-the-group clashes, here’s what to expect this Sunday.
Limekiln vs Cuchulainn
Two teams, two defeats each – but this clash could define who stays in the hunt for semi-finals. Limekiln have at least shown they can swing the bat, with 11 runs against Breaffy and 6 against Carrickmacross. Cuchulainn, on the other hand, were whitewashed 22–0 by Erne and edged out by Glynn. Defence has been their downfall, shipping 33 and 11, and they need a response here.
🔮 Prediction: Limekiln to edge it
📊 Estimated Runs: Limekiln 13–16, Cuchulainn 6–9
Michael Glaveys vs Carrickmacross Emmets
Carrickmacross might be flying under the radar, but they’ve quietly established themselves as title contenders. They’ve beaten both Glynn Barntown and Limekiln by 9-run margins, conceding just 10 total. Glaveys suffered a 31–6 loss to Breaffy, and unless their fielding sharpens up, they could be in for another long day.
🔮 Prediction: Carrick to go 3 from 3
📊 Estimated Runs: Glaveys 6–9, Carrickmacross 14–18
Raheen vs Breaffy
Raheen’s season begins against the most dangerous offence in the league. Breaffy have put up scores of 21 and 31 in just two games, and already lead the division for runs scored and run rate (+7.0). Raheen are an unknown quantity, but opening against this juggernaut isn’t ideal. It’ll be trial by fire.
🔮 Prediction: Breaffy to win big
📊 Estimated Runs: Raheen 4–7, Breaffy 20–26
Glynn Barntown vs Erne Eagles
Game of the day potential here. Glynn are 1–1 after a convincing win over Cuchulainn and a tough loss to Carrick. Erne Eagles, meanwhile, destroyed that same Cuchulainn side 22–0 in their only outing. The big question: can Eagles replicate that explosive form on the road against a more disciplined side?
🔮 Prediction: Erne Eagles to sneak it in a tight finish
📊 Estimated Runs: Glynn 10–13, Erne Eagles 14–18
🔷 Senior Ladies – Round 2 Preview (8 June 2025)
Breaffy begin their drive for a four-in-a-row this weekend, as the reigning champions finally get their 2025 campaign underway. With Glynn Barntown and Erne Eagles also in strong early form, and Cuchulainn already facing pressure after two defeats, every result this weekend matters.
Glynn Barntown vs Erne Eagles
A heavyweight clash between two of the most composed sides in the competition. Glynn were tidy and clinical in their 15–7 win over Cuchulainn, while Erne Eagles edged a wild shootout 34–30 against the same opposition. This one could decide early top-spot momentum, and Glynn’s tighter defence may just give them the edge on home turf.
🔮 Prediction: Glynn to edge it.
📊 Estimated Runs: Glynn 12–15, Erne Eagles 10–13
Raheen vs Breaffy
This will be Raheen’s first outing of the campaign — and the task could hardly be tougher. Breaffy have dominated Senior Ladies Rounders in recent years, and begin their 2025 season aiming for a fourth straight All-Ireland title. With a deep squad and vast experience, they’ll be looking to make an early statement of intent.
🔮 Prediction: Breaffy to win convincingly.
📊 Estimated Runs: Raheen 5–9, Breaffy 18–24
🟣 Senior Mixed – Round 3 Preview (8 June 2025)
The Senior Mixed Championship is heating up fast with Glynn Barntown and Breaffy both 2–0 and looking dominant. But with Erne Eagles and The Heath lurking with games in hand, there’s still plenty of shake-up potential. Sunday’s fixtures see all eyes on Wexford and Tymon Park as teams look to stake their semi-final credentials.
Limekiln vs Cuchulainn
A must-win for both. Limekiln edged past Carrick by a run and fell short against Breaffy in a tight 7–5 loss. Cuchulainn, meanwhile, have shown real firepower (29 runs in 2 games) but are shipping far too many (45 conceded). Expect a high-paced contest with pressure on both sides to keep top-4 hopes alive.
🔮 Prediction: Limekiln to hold their nerve in a shootout.
📊 Estimated Runs: Limekiln 11–14, Cuchulainn 10–13
Glynn Barntown vs Erne Eagles
An early blockbuster. Glynn are two from two after wins over Cuchulainn and Carrick, with a solid +1.2 run rate. Erne Eagles, meanwhile, walloped Cuchulainn 23–12 and looked sharp despite just one outing. This clash will tell us if Glynn are true title contenders — or if Erne Eagles deep lineup is ready to explode into the top two.
🔮 Prediction: Erne Eagles to land a big road win in a high-scoring classic.
📊 Estimated Runs: Glynn 14–17, Erne Eagles 16–20
🟠 Intermediate Men – Round 4 Preview (8 June 2025)
With Galway City, Kilmeena and Emo all showing championship potential and Dublin Metropolitans slipping despite playing three, the Intermediate Men’s title race is wide open. This weekend, all eyes are on Mayo as two of the top contenders clash in what could be a group-defining showdown.
Kilmeena vs Emo
This is a huge one. Kilmeena come in unbeaten and unbothered, having racked up wins over St Clares and Dublin with a +6.4 run rate. Emo, on the other hand, have shown both sides of their game – solid in their comeback win over Galway City (26–25), less disciplined against Dublin (14–19). Expect a free-scoring contest between two powerful hitting lineups with semi-final implications.
🔮 Prediction: Kilmeena to stay unbeaten in a close contest.
📊 Estimated Runs: Kilmeena 20–25, Emo 17–22
🟡 Intermediate Ladies – Round 4 Preview (8 June 2025)
The Intermediate Ladies Championship is proving to be one of the most competitive this season. With six different winners already and no runaway leader, Round 4 could begin to shape the semi-final picture. All eight teams are in action this Sunday in what could be a season-defining day.
Galway City Rapparees vs Glynn Barntown
The Rapparees are still chasing their first win, having suffered a heavy defeat to Emo after some pitching issues. Glynn Barntown, meanwhile, picked up a tight win over Emo but have already lost to St Clares. This clash could go either way if Rapparees settle early and get their big hitters firing.
🔮 Prediction: Rapparees to bounce back and hold their composure.
📊 Estimated Runs: Rapparees 20-23, Glynn Barntown 14–17
Michael Glaveys vs Carrickmacross Emmets
Two of the top contenders go head-to-head in what could be a preview of a semi-final. Glaveys are 2-1, their only loss coming to The Heath. Carrick are unbeaten and have already racked up 52 runs across 3 wins. Expect fireworks — and no shortage of ambition from either side.
🔮 Prediction: Carrick to win narrowly in the game of the round.
📊 Estimated Runs: Glaveys 15–18, Carrickmacross 18–22
Kilmeena vs Emo
Both sides have shown real attacking threat — Kilmeena scored 25 in their loss to The Heath, while Emo hit 30 against Rapparees. Defence has been the issue for both, and this could turn into a slugfest. After some really close losses Kilmeena have to win this one or their semi-final chances maybe gone.
🔮 Prediction: Kilmeena to edge a high-scoring battle.
📊 Estimated Runs: Kilmeena 14-17, Emo 13-16
St Clares vs The Heath
Clares bounced back from their opening loss to Carrick with an impressive 11–10 win over Kilmeena. But The Heath look like a serious threat, unbeaten in two and currently boasting the best run differential of all. This is a test of St Clares’ staying power against a clinical unit.
🔮 Prediction: The Heath to remain unbeaten and pull away late.
📊 Estimated Runs: St Clares 11–14, The Heath 18–22
🟢 Intermediate Mixed – Round 4 Preview (8 June 2025)
The Intermediate Mixed Championship is where the chaos lives this year — runs flying in every direction, and Emo running riot in Group B with a +59 scoring differential. But this weekend offers a chance for the chasing pack to strike back, with key ties in both groups setting up a crunch mid-season round.
Michael Glaveys vs Athenry
After scraping past Erne Eagles and narrowly losing to St Clares, Glaveys know they need this one to stay on top of Group A. Athenry are still licking their wounds from a heavy opening loss to Rapparees, but with a free round since, they’ll be refreshed. If Glaveys’ defence holds up, they should get over the line — but Athenry will come swinging.
🔮 Prediction: Glaveys to grind out a result in a lower-scoring affair.
📊 Estimated Runs: Glaveys 13–16, Athenry 8–12
Raheen vs Na Fianna
This is a must-win for both teams in Group B. Na Fianna were battered by Emo and desperately need to turn their -5.9 run rate around. Raheen, too, were on the wrong end of a 40–23 scoreline last time out, but at least showed they can rack up runs. Expect a fiery clash between two sides looking to bounce back — and avoid the foot of the group.
🔮 Prediction: Raheen to edge a thriller
📊 Estimated Runs: Raheen 18–23, Na Fianna 16–20
Junior Men’s – 8 June 2025
Elphin v St Senans
Venue: Elphin | Time: 2pm |
Elphin return to home soil badly in need of a lift. They were one run short against Kilmore and suffered a confidence-shattering 26–4 defeat to Na Piarsaigh last time out. A win here would reignite their season — anything else leaves them in big trouble.
For St Senans, this is their championship debut, and they’ll be hoping to make a splash. With every other team in the group having already played at least once, a strong performance would open up a route to the knockout stages. Expect early nerves, but this side has energy to burn.
🔍 Key Stat: Elphin have conceded 51 runs in two matches — the most in Group A.
🔮 Prediction: Elphin to edge it by a couple of runs, but don’t rule out a late Senans rally.
📊 Estimated Runs:
• Elphin – 15.5 runs
• St Senans – 14.0 runs
Junior Mixed – 8 June 2025
Kilmeena vs Mayo Gaels
📅 8 June 2025
📍 Kilmeena – 3pm
Kilmeena are in a must-win scenario after a mixed bag of results in their opening three matches. They’ve scored heavily at times but leaked 65 and 27 in their two defeats. With just one win from three and a run rate of -3.0, their top-four hopes hang by a thread.
Mayo Gaels, meanwhile, have just two games played and no wins on the board. Their -5.6 run rate is one of the worst in the Junior Men’s championship, and their total score of 17 runs across two matches tells its own story. They’ll need a dramatic turnaround to avoid finishing bottom of the group.
🔍 Key Stat:
Mayo Gaels have scored just 17 runs in two games — the lowest scoring side in the entire Junior mixed championship so far.
🔮 Prediction:
Kilmeena to get back on track with a convincing win.
📊 Estimated Runs:
Kilmeena 24 – 10 Mayo Gaels
Junior Ladies Preview – Inniskeen Grattans vs Drumhowan Geraldines
🗓 Date: 8 June 2025
📍 Venue: Drumhowan
🏆 Competition: Junior Ladies – Group A
Fresh from a statement win over Carrickmacross Emmets, Inniskeen Grattans will be brimming with confidence as they prepare to face early group leaders Drumhowan Geraldines.
The Monaghan side have racked up 76 runs in 3 matches, including a dominant win away to Clonguish. Their run rate of 5.2 is the best in the group, and they’re tied at the top of the table with Carrick.
Inniskeen, meanwhile, showed their grit by holding Emmets to just 6 runs in their last outing. If their defence holds again, this could be a tight contest.
🔍 Key Stat:
Drumhowan’s 76 runs in 3 games is very impressive
🔮 Prediction:
Drumhowan are flying and might just have too much firepower – but if Inniskeen’s fielding clicks, an upset could be brewing.
📊 Estimated Runs:
Drumhowan Geraldines: 18–22
Inniskeen Grattans: 12–16
