Ball "plugged" inside bunker

[stmong88]

if a ball landed in a bunker and was "plugged", i.e.
we can see only a "bit" ( say only the logo ) of the ball,
are we allowed a free lift .
but we put the ball back on the b unker at the nearest spot ?

I understand that balls which land on the fairway and gets plugged
will be accorded a free lift.

appreciate the sifus out there on some knowledge as Under Rules of Golf
page 82, it is not so clearly stated.

many thanks.

[haydenlee]

Im not a sifu but from my experience, Yes, you are allowed for a free lift.

[TheRulesGuy]

You must PLAY as it lies......However , if you deem it unplayable , you may take a drop ( in the Bunker- 2 Club Length ) or as far back facing the Pin but must be in the Bunker with a penalty of one ( 1 ) stroke.

[haydenlee]

Very informative. You play a lot in China?

[TheRulesGuy]

Not much in China....so far in KUNMIng Only.... Just posted about one new course in Hatyai... Army Course with a new 9 Holes.... Rm45 Green Fees with Caddie..... Conditions of Fairway and Greens is good and very Scenic