INJURY REPORT :AFL Round 18: Mystery Midfielder on the Brink of Glory – Can You Guess Who’s Back?

There are significant developments in the injury and recovery status of several key players ahead of the upcoming fixtures.

Midfielder George Wardlaw is anticipating a crucial evaluation later this week, ahead of the team’s impending trip to Sydney. His participation in the forthcoming game against the League-leading Swans will depend on his ability to pass the test on Thursday. Having been in AFL concussion protocols since a training incident on June 27, Wardlaw has sat out the team’s recent clashes against the Western Bulldogs and Gold Coast. However, he has been progressing through a graduated physical loading program over the past week and is eager to rejoin group skills training.

Defenders Zac Fisher and Miller Bergman are also facing assessments leading up to Round 18. Fisher, who suffered a foot injury in a previous match, has shown promising signs of recovery. Having been sidelined for the past games, his positive running session on Saturday morning and subsequent participation in group training are encouraging signs. Meanwhile, Bergman, who has been managing an ankle sprain, has been steadily progressing in his recovery, with the swelling gradually subsiding after a recent strong running session. Their availability for the upcoming fixture will depend on their ongoing recovery and fitness evaluations.

In a positive turn, young prospects Wil Dawson and Blake Drury have been given the green light for selection this week after successfully overcoming their respective injury concerns. Dawson, who had been dealing with an AC joint injury sustained during a previous game, has displayed consistent progress in both gym and on-field training sessions. Similarly, Drury, who had been sidelined due to a moderate-grade MCL issue, has met his final strength markers and has been diligently working towards a strong comeback in the latter part of the season.

Injury Update:

• Wil Dawson: AC joint injury – Available
• Blake Drury: Knee injury – Available
• Miller Bergman: Ankle injury – Test
• Zac Fisher: Foot injury – Test
• George Wardlaw: Concussion – Test
• Callum Coleman-Jones: Achilles – Season
• Brayden George: Knee – Season
• Josh Goater: Achilles – Season

Stay tuned for more updates! 🏆