Key injury news from AFL Round 23, 2024:
Essendon vs. Sydney (August 16, 2024)
- Injuries:
- Sydney Swans: Tom Papley (ankle) and Justin McInerney (knee) were both out due to pre-existing injuries, and they did not play in this match.
- Essendon Bombers: Dylan Shiel played strongly after recently returning to AFL football after previous injuries. No new significant injuries were reported during the match itself.
Gold Coast vs. Melbourne (August 17, 2024)
- Injuries:
- Gold Coast Suns: No major new injuries were reported during the match.
- Melbourne Demons: While Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca were already sidelined due to existing injuries, no additional injuries occurred during this game.
Greater Western Sydney (GWS) vs. Fremantle (August 17, 2024)
- Injuries:
- GWS Giants: No significant injuries were reported during the match. The Giants’ key players, including Jesse Hogan and Toby Greene, performed well, helping the team secure a crucial victory.
- Fremantle Dockers: Fremantle’s Bailey Banfield sustained a minor issue, but he managed to complete the game. No major new injuries were reported.
Collingwood vs. Brisbane (August 17, 2024)
- Injuries:
- Brisbane Lions: Jarrod Berry was subbed out in the second quarter due to hamstring tightness. This injury impacted Brisbane’s midfield balance and was a significant factor in their one-point loss.
- Collingwood Magpies: No new injuries were reported for Collingwood during the match. However, the team relied heavily on a stellar performance from Nick Daicos, who played a crucial role in their comeback.
Port Adelaide vs. Adelaide (August 17, 2024)
- Injuries:
- Port Adelaide: Dan Houston is facing a potentially season-ending suspension after a high bump on Izak Rankine, which left Rankine concussed and resulted in him being taken off the field on a medical cart. Lachie Jones also suffered Achilles soreness and was eventually subbed out of the game. Additionally, ruckman Jordon Sweet had a scare with a knee injury but was able to return to the field after treatment.
- Adelaide Crows: Izak Rankine suffered a concussion from the Houston bump and did not return to the game. This incident significantly impacted the Crows’ performance, especially in the second half.
St Kilda vs. Geelong (August 17, 2024)
- Injuries:
- St Kilda Saints: Bradley Hill was substituted out of the game late due to a back injury. Additionally, Mitch Owens might face scrutiny from the Match Review Officer after a high hit on Geelong’s Tom Stewart during the final quarter.
- Geelong Cats: No major injuries were reported for Geelong during this match, though the team struggled significantly in the second half after a strong start.
Western Bulldogs vs. North Melbourne (August 18, 2024)
- Injuries:
- North Melbourne: The Kangaroos were hit hard by injuries in this match. Charlie Comben suffered a concussion and a leg injury early in the game, leading to his substitution before the first quarter ended. He was taken to the hospital for further assessment. Miller Bergman, who replaced Comben, also sustained a concussion later in the match, ending his game early. Additionally, Nick Larkey played out the game with a sore leg after receiving treatment in the first quarter.
- Western Bulldogs: The Bulldogs did not report any new significant injuries during the game, allowing them to dominate and secure a 96-point victory.
Hawthorn vs. Richmond (August 18, 2024)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 18: Will Day of the Hawks receives medical attention during the round 23 AFL match between Hawthorn Hawks and Richmond Tigers at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 18, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Josh Chadwick/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)
- Injuries:
- Hawthorn: Will Day suffered a suspected cracked collarbone after a collision with teammate Jai Newcombe just five minutes into the game. He was taken to the hospital, and early reports suggest he could be out for 4-6 weeks, potentially missing any finals action. Additionally, Jack Scrimshaw broke a finger and Jai Newcombe had a scare after hitting his head on the turf but managed to return to the game.
- Richmond: Jack Graham could face suspension after a high hit on Hawthorn’s Cam Mackenzie, which resulted in Mackenzie undergoing a Head Injury Assessment (HIA). Mackenzie was able to return to the game, but the incident may lead to further scrutiny from the Match Review Officer.
West Coast vs. Carlton (August 18, 2024)
- Injuries:
- Carlton: Corey Durdin suffered a shoulder injury during the third quarter and was subbed out. Additionally, Zac Williams dealt with a late-game issue that was initially feared to be more serious but was later believed to be just cramp. Both injuries will be assessed leading into the next round.
- West Coast: Liam Ryan played through a corked thigh, but there were no new significant injuries reported for West Coast during the match.
Adelaide
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan Butts | Foot | Season |
| Wayne Milera | Knee | Season |
| Patrick Parnell | Shoulder | Season |
| Luke Pedlar | Shoulder | Season |
| Izak Rankine | Concussion | TBA |
| Taylor Walker | Eye | 1 week |
Latest Update: August 19
Brisbane
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jarrod Berry | Hamstring | TBA |
| Keidean Coleman | Knee | Season |
| Tom Doedee | Knee | Season |
| Darcy Gardiner | Knee | Season |
| Eric Hipwood | Groin | Available |
| Kalin Lane | Knee | Season |
| Lincoln McCarthy | Knee | Season |
| Carter Michael | Concussion | Season |
| Jack Payne | Foot | 1-2 weeks |
| Bruce Reville | Leg | 1-2 weeks |
| Brandon Ryan | Ankle | Test |
| James Tunstill | Concussion | 1 week |
Latest Update: August 19
Carlton
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan Boyd | Adductor | Season |
| Matt Carroll | Groin | Indefinite |
| Adam Cerra | Hamstring | TBA |
| Matthew Cottrell | Shoulder | Season |
| Charlie Curnow | Ankle | 1-2 weeks |
| David Cuningham | Shoulder | Season |
| Tom De Koning | Foot | 2-4 weeks |
| Sam Docherty | ACL | Season |
| Corey Durdin | Shoulder | TBA |
| Sam Durdin | Calf | 1-3 weeks |
| Orazio Fantasia | Calf | Test |
| Lachie Fogarty | Collarbone | Season |
| Caleb Marchbank | Concussion | 1-2 weeks |
| Jack Martin | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Harry McKay | Quad | 1-2 weeks |
| Hudson O’Keeffe | Hamstring | 2-3 weeks |
| Adam Saad | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Jack Silvagni | Knee | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
Collingwood
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Aiden Begg | Knee | Season |
| Jordan De Goey | Hamstring | Season |
| Josh Eyre | Hip | Test |
| Harvey Harrison | ACL | Season |
| Ash Johnson | Concussion | TBA |
| Iliro Smit | Concussion | Test |
| Brody Mihocek | Pectoral | 8-10 weeks |
| Tom Mitchell | Foot | Season |
| Oscar Steene | Toe | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
Essendon
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Kaine Baldwin | Foot | Season |
| Nik Cox | Concussion | 1 week |
| Xavier Duursma | Hamstring | 3 weeks |
| Saad El-Hawli | Ankle | TBA |
| Matt Guelfi | Hamstring | 1 week |
| Jaiden Hunter | Knee | Season |
| Zach Reid | Pectoral | 5 weeks |
| Jordan Ridley | Hip flexor | 1 week |
Latest Update: August 19
Fremantle
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Corbett | Hip | Season |
| Sean Darcy | Knee | Test |
| Max Knobel | Knee | Test |
| Oscar McDonald | Knee | Available |
| Ollie Murphy | Abdomen | Available |
| Alex Pearce | Arm | TBA |
| Josh Treacy | Knee | Test |
| Michael Walters | Hamstring | Available |
Latest Update: August 19
Geelong
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Tanner Bruhn | Concussion | TBA |
| Ted Clohesy | Concussion | TBA |
| Toby Conway | Foot | Season |
| Sam De Koning | Knee | 1-2 weeks |
| Mitch Edwards | Back | Season |
| Cam Guthrie | Achilles | TBA |
| Tom Hawkins | Foot | 2 weeks |
| Mark O’Connor | Knee | TBA |
| Gary Rohan | Concussion | TBA |
Latest Update: August 19
Gold Coast Suns
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Ainsworth | Shoulder | Season |
| Levi Casboult | Hamstring | Test |
| Caleb Graham | Knee | 6 weeks |
| Touk Miller | Wrist | Available |
| Ethan Read | Leg | Test |
| James Tsitas | Quad | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
GWS Giants
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Kieran Briggs | Managed | Available |
| Stephen Coniglio | Shoulder | Available |
| Isaac Cumming | Hamstring | 3 weeks |
| Josh Fahey | Foot | 2-4 weeks |
| Phoenix Gothard | Calf | Test |
| Cooper Hamilton | Ankle | Season |
| Toby McMullin | Groin | Test |
| Braydon Preuss | Back | Season |
| Jake Riccardi | Finger | 2-3 weeks |
| Harry Rowston | Back | Season |
| Jacob Wehr | Chest | Test |
Latest Update: August 19
Hawthorn
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Bennetts | Shoulder | Season |
| James Blanck | ACL | Season |
| Sam Butler | Broken leg | Season |
| Will Day | Collarbone | TBA |
| Changkuoth Jiath | Calf | 1 week |
| Mitch Lewis | ACL | Season |
| Bailey McDonald | Ankle | 1 week |
| Ned Reeves | Back | 1 week |
| Jack Scrimshaw | Finger | TBA |
| Cooper Stephens | Concussion | 1 week |
Latest Update: August 18
Melbourne
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Steven May | Ribs | TBA |
| Clayton Oliver | Hand | Season |
| Christian Petracca | Ribs/Lung/Spleen | Season |
| Christian Salem | Hamstring | 1 week |
| Joel Smith | Suspension | Indefinite |
| Charlie Spargo | Achilles | Season |
| Tom Sparrow | Ankle | TBA |
| Caleb Windsor | Ankle | 1-2 weeks |
| Taj Woewodin | Illness | TBA |
Latest Update: August 19
North Melbourne
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Miller Bergman | Concussion | TBA |
| Callum Coleman-Jones | Achilles | Season |
| Charlie Comben | Concussion | TBA |
| Zac Fisher | Foot | Available |
| Hamish Free | Concussion | Season |
| Brayden George | Knee | Season |
| Josh Goater | Achilles | Season |
| Griffin Logue | Wrist | Season |
| Bioga Nyuon | Shoulder | Season |
| Harry Sheezel | Ankle | TBA |
| Dylan Stephens | Ankle | Test |
| Curtis Taylor | Calf | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
Port Adelaide
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremy Finlayson | Spleen | Season |
| Dan Houston | Suspension | Finals/TBA |
| Kyle Marshall | Shoulder | Season |
| Todd Marshall | Concussion | TBA |
| Trent McKenzie | Quad | Season |
| Sam Powell-Pepper | Knee | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
Richmond
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Judson Clarke | ACL | Season |
| Mate Colina | Back | TBA |
| Liam Baker | Concussion | 1 week |
| Josh Gibcus | ACL | Season |
| Campbell Gray | Hamstring | 3-5 weeks |
| Steely Green | Ankle | Season |
| Dylan Grimes | Back | Season |
| Tom Brown | Ankle | Season |
| Mykelti Lefau | ACL | Season |
| Tom Lynch | Hamstring | Season |
| Sam Naismith | ACL | Season |
| Marlion Pickett | Hamstring | Test |
| Tylar Young | ACL | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
St Kilda
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Brad Crouch | Knee | TBA |
| Anthony Caminiti | Shoulder | TBA |
| Liam Henry | Knee | Season |
| Brad Hill | Back | TBA |
| Max King | Knee | Season |
| Seb Ross | Calf | 1-2 weeks |
| James Van Es | Ankle | Season |
| Marcus Windhager | Hamstring | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
Sydney
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Buller | Back | Season |
| Will Edwards | Leg | Season |
| Jacob Konstanty | Foot | 2-3 weeks |
| Lewis Melican | Hamstring | Available |
| Justin McInerney | Knee | 2-3 weeks |
| Tom Papley | Ankle | 1-2 weeks |
| Patrick Snell | Hamstring | 1 week |
Latest Update: August 19
West Coast
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Barrass | Concussion | Test |
| Tyler Brockman | Ankle | Season |
| Coby Burgiel | Hamstring | Test |
| Campbell Chesser | Groin | Test |
| Harry Edwards | Head knock | Test |
| Luke Edwards | Concussion | Season |
| Elijah Hewett | Foot | Season |
| Callum Jamieson | Knee | Season |
| Noah Long | Knee | Season |
| Josh Rotham | Abdominal | Season |
| Dom Sheed | Foot | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
Western Bulldogs
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan Croft | Thigh | 3-4 weeks |
| Tim English | Ankle | Test |
| Jason Johannisen | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Anthony Scott | Concussion | Test |
| Bailey Smith | Knee | Season |
Latest Update: August 19
