Ireland vs Scotland Shinty-Hurling International Results
The Shinty-Hurling International is a unique sporting crossover that brings together the traditional Gaelic games of Ireland and the highland sports of Scotland. Since the inception of regular fixtures in 2003, the competition has pitted the GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association) against the Camanachd Association, blending the rules of hurling and shinty into a hybrid international contest.
These matches are characterized by a fierce but friendly rivalry, often played in a series format where aggregate scores determine the overall winner of the year's encounter.
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Key Facts
- Regular Fixtures: Established in 2003.
- Governing Bodies: Organized by the Camanachd Association and the GAA.
- Women's Variant: The women's version of the game is known as shinty-camogie.
- Pandemic Gap: Fixtures between 2020 and 2022 were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Primary Venues: Frequently hosted at Bught Park in Inverness and Croke Park in Dublin.
Men's International Results
The men's competition has seen various eras of dominance. While Scotland held a strong run of victories between 2005 and 2008, Ireland experienced a significant surge in the early 2010s, securing multiple aggregate wins.
Recent Match History
In the most recent encounters, Ireland has regained momentum. Notably, in October 2024, Ireland secured a victory at Cusack Park in Ennis with a score of 3-16 (25) to 5-07 (22) after extra time. This followed a 2023 win in Newry and a 2025 victory at Bught Park.
| Date | Venue | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct 2003 | Bught Park, Inverness | Ireland 5–9 (24) Scotland 1–13 (16) | Ireland |
| 16 Oct 2004 | Seán Eiffe Park, Ratoath | Ireland 3–10 (19) Scotland 4–7 (19) | Draw |
| 20 Oct 2012 | Bught Park, Inverness | Scotland 2–9 (19) Ireland 3–10 (25) | Ireland |
| 27 Oct 2012 | Cusack Park, Ennis | Ireland 8–11 (51) Scotland 4–3 (23) | Ireland |
| 2 Nov 2019 | Abbotstown | Scotland 5-11 (26) Ireland 0-4 (4) | Scotland |
| 26 Oct 2024 | Cusack Park, Ennis | Ireland 3-16 (25) Scotland 5-07 (22) | Ireland |
Women's International Results
The women's game, referred to as shinty-camogie, follows a similar international spirit. While the records are less complete than the men's, the competition has seen a variety of regional select teams from Ireland, such as the Clare, Down, and Kildare Camogie Selects, facing off against Scotland.
Scotland enjoyed a period of dominance in the women's game between 2012 and 2015, winning four consecutive matches. However, Ireland returned to victory in the most recent recorded fixture on October 25, 2025, winning 5–3 (18) to 2-0 (6) at Bught Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did regular Shinty-Hurling Internationals begin?
Regular international fixtures between Ireland and Scotland began in 2003.
What is the women's version of the game called?
The women's international game is referred to as shinty-camogie.
Why were there no matches between 2020 and 2022?
Fixtures during this period were postponed by mutual agreement between the Camanachd Association and the GAA due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
How is the series winner determined in the men's game?
The series winner is typically determined by the aggregate score across the matches played in that year's series, although some years (such as 2015) have been played as stand-alone fixtures.
Where is Bught Park located?
Bught Park is located in Inverness, Scotland, and serves as a frequent venue for these international matches.