The Brisbane Lions have received a boost ahead of Saturday’s Round 1 clash against the Sydney Swans with a key duo confirmed as available for selection.
Defender Brandon Starcevich and ruck-forward Darcy Fort are both in the mix to face the Swans in the Grand Final re-match at the SCG.
Starcevich’s impending return could be one silver lining of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, as he would have missed Opening Round with concussion had it gone ahead
Fort has also recovered from a hamstring strain and will be yet another tall option for coach Chris Fagan to consider.
Darcy Gardiner and Tom Doedee continue to near closer to a return after both missing 2024 with ACL injuries, with youngster Luke Lloyd also on the comeback trail.
Injury List
Presented by
| Player | Injury | Estimated Return |
|---|---|---|
39. Ben Murphy |
Hamstring | TBC |
|
15. Dayne Zorko |
Calf | Test |
|
43. Noah Answerth |
Concussion | Protocols |
|
7. Jarrod Berry |
Calf | 2-3 Weeks |
|
27. Darcy Gardiner |
Shoulder | 3-4 Weeks |
|
14. Daniel Annable |
Shoulder | 13-15 Weeks |
|
30. Eric Hipwood |
Knee | Mid-Season |
|
25. Henry Smith |
Foot | Mid-Season |
|
40. Jack Payne |
Knee | TBC |
Last Updated:
