
AFL Finals Injury Updates Ahead of Wildcard Round
As the AFL Wildcard Round approaches, several teams have provided updates on player injuries. The Carlton Blues have listed Will Hayward and Nick Haynes as tests ahead of their match against the Melbourne Demons.
Hayward is recovering from an ankle injury sustained during a recent draw, while Haynes is also dealing with an ankle issue. The Hawthorn Hawks have confirmed that Jack Ginnivan is available after being rested, with the club's high performance boss noting his improvement from back soreness.
The Sydney Swans reported that Hayden McLean is a test as he returns from concussion protocols, while Lewis Melican is also a test due to a back issue. Melbourne's Jake Lever has been diagnosed with a ligament strain in his toe but avoided fractures. The Western Bulldogs are monitoring Aaron Naughton, who is a test after injuring his ankle, and Tim English is still in recovery from a medial ligament injury.
