International Rules gets seal of approval

AFL and GAA bosses have voiced their support for the future of the International Rules despite Ireland’s 50-point victory over the champions at Croke Park.

The Australians lost the series on a 132 to 82 aggregate score line, and were roundly criticised in the media in both hemispheres.

GAA president Seán Kelly admitted to being pleased that the second test had been more competitive, and for that reason, much more entertaining for the 60,515 crowd.