'I'm serving my penance' - Conor Whelan vows to learn from dismissal as he sits out Limerick showdown

The Tribe skipper will be joined by Daithi Burke in sitting out the game as both received straight red cards against Dublin.

Insomnia ambassador and Galway hurler Conor Whelan. Pic: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Galway captain Conor Whelan says missing tomorrow's crucial Allianz NHL clash with Limerick is his 'penance' for last weekend's red card against Dublin.

Whelan will be joined by Daithi Burke in sitting out the Salthill showdown - the winners will be guaranteed a league semi-final place - as both received straight red cards.