Greater Western Sydney’s Toby Greene will miss the highly-anticipated clash with the Sydney Swans after his one-match ban was upheld. Despite arguments from the Giants that Greene’s collision with Carlton’s Jordan Boyd was different from a similar incident involving Essendon’s Peter Wright, the tribunal maintained its decision. The decision has sparked controversy, with former AFL champions criticizing the current interpretations and some fans calling for a longer suspension for Greene. However, the Giants were successful in overturning a one-game ban for key forward Jesse Hogan on a striking charge.
Results for: Toby Greene
Injury-stricken GWS is making a last-ditch effort to have star players Toby Greene and Jesse Hogan available for their Anzac Day blockbuster against Brisbane at the AFL Tribunal. Facing a shortage in their lineup after the loss of Sam Taylor and Stephen Coniglio, the Giants are determined to have their captain and key forward on the field.