Hurling will get sin bin after Congress votes narrowly in favour

The motion received the necessary 60% backing despite opposition from the likes of Galway, Limerick, and the Gaelic Players Association

The sin bin will be part of inter-county hurling this year after the experimental rule was narrowly backed by delegates, receiving 61% support, at virtual Annual Congress today.

It means that a cynical foul in Gaelic football or hurling that is committed by the defending team inside the 20-metre line or semi-circle that prevents a goalscoring opportunity will result in a sin bin for the offending player and a penalty puck/kick.