It took place at Clonturk Park on 28 February 1892, but had been due to take place a week earlier, on 21 February, however it was postponed owing to a snow storm.

[3] This was the last All-Ireland Final to be played where a goal outweighed any number of points.

[5] The game was immediately preceded by the 1891 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final which was won by Kerry, who defeated Wexford.

[6] In the final, Dublin led Cork at half time by 2-0 to 0-2.

In the second half, Cork dominated, scoring another 1-7, however as a goal outweighed any number of points, Dublin were declared the winners.