Kildare pushed Dublin all the way before falling 2-14 to 1-11.
Kildare's senior ladies were beaten by Dublin in their Leinster Championship meeting at Parnell park, were the hosts ran out 2-14 to 1-11 winners.
Despite the result, Kildare remained competitive throughout, and stayed within touching distance for long spells.
Dublin's greater scoring power was the ultimate difference, as they added two goals to create a gap.
There were positives for Kildare, particularly their work rate and attacking phases.

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