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7NEWS
16-05-2025
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Sydney stars Justin McInerney and Joel Amartey in hot water for high bumps in win over Carlton
The Sydney Swans will be sweating on the fate of two of their players, with Justin McInerney and Joel Amartey to come under match review scrutiny for high shots during their team's clash with Carlton on Friday night. While the Swans' managed to pull of an important victory — thanks largely to the heroics of Isaac Heeney — there will be concerns for coach Dean Cox, again, as he contemplates more games without key stars.. There was a twist in the McInerney bump, however, that could spare the midfielder from suspension, or at least see him miss only one match. Silvagni was later seen on the bench following the incident and was subbed out of the game. While it was first thought that Silvagni had failed his concussion test, it was later revealed that a groin injury was the reason he was sidelined. The likely grading for McInerney is intentional conduct, low impact and high contact, which would attract a one-match sanction, but there could be an argument around the intent. Questions will also be asked of Carlton, however, following that incident in the second quarter as to why Silvagni didn't get off the ground quicker to have a Head Injury Assessment (HIA) test. The doctor was seen on the sidelines trying to get Silvagni's attention, but the gun defender either didn't see him or deliberately ignored him. Star Seven commentator Alister Nicholson said the umpires had the power to stop the game if they thought Silvagni — who did not appear groggy — needed to go off. 'I wouldn't be surprised to see that happen,' Nicholson said as time ticked on and Silvagni remained in the action. 'He's playing hard to get, Jack Silvagni.' Richmond legend Matthew Richardson added: 'The player always thinks he's OK.' He said: 'If you're not feeling any symptons ... obviously Silvagni has told him (the doctor) he's fine.' Of course, it's not up Silvagni to make that call. Meanwhile, Swans forward Joel Amartey could be facing another stint on the sidelines after his bump on Jordan Boyd left the Carlton defender concussed. Amartey had collected Boyd high late in the fourth quarter. The key forward was playing in his first game since round five after recovering from a hamstring injury. Carlton coach Michael Voss confirmed Boyd suffered a concussion, meaning the defender will miss at least their clash against top-eight team GWS. 'I'm sure they'll get looked at and get looked at very closely and should be treated accordingly,' Voss said of the incident. ''Boydie', he's obviously got concussion protocols now from that hit, so he's not doing so well in there at the moment.' Sydney are already without Lewis Melican, who is serving a three-match ban for striking, and McInerney was previously banned for three games for a bump on Brisbane's Brandon Starcevich. That incident was graded as careless, severe impact and high contact. 'I've had a brief look at (the Amartey bump), but that will be in the AFL's hands now,' Cox said after the victory. 'We want to make sure that we play within the rules and this was no different.' Praising Amartey, he added: 'It was good to have him back. He provided a really strong focal point for our playing group. 'That's what he does for our footy club and we'll see what action takes from here.' Cox said he hadn't seen the McInerney bump. 'But our message to the players is get to that line, not over it,' he said. 'One thing you want the players to be certainly aware of is there's a line that you need to go to and you can't cross it. 'If you do cross it, there is consequence for that.'
Times of Oman
12-02-2025
- Sport
- Times of Oman
"Don't think there was issue with lights": Pakistan's Tayyab Tahir gives his take on Rachin's injury incident
Karachi : Pakistan batter Tayyab Tahir dismissed the speculation about Rachin Ravindra being stuck by the ball due to an issue with the floodlight during the first match of the ODI tri-nation series between the Men in Green and New Zealand last week in Lahore. The unfortunate injury incident occurred in the 38th over of the second innings, when Rachin attempted to complete a catch off Michael Bracewell. During his attempt, he seemingly lost sight of the ball due to floodlights and took a heavy blow to his face. He went off the pitch after he started to bleed. The incident became the talk of the town and left the fans and former cricketers divided into two sections. While some believe floodlight was the cause behind the incident, others have downplayed the speculation. Tayyab weighed in on the entire incident and felt the lights were not at fault for Rachin's injury due to the elevation of the ball. "I don't think there was an issue with the lights. Ravindra didn't get struck by the ball because of the lights. The ball wasn't that high in the air," Tayyab said in a press conference in Karachi. After the incident, New Zealand Cricket released a statement to reveal the nature of Rachin's injury, which read, "Ravindra was forced from the field after being struck in the forehead by the ball attempting a catch in the 38th over." "He sustained a laceration to the forehead, which has been addressed and treated at the ground but is otherwise well. He came through his first HIA (Head Injury Assessment) well and will continue to be monitored under HIA processes," the statement added. The injury left Rachin unavailable for New Zealand's second match of the tri-series against South Africa on Monday. Devon Conway was called in to replace Rachin, and he made the most of the opportunity. He played a blistering 97-run knock as the Blackcaps cruised to a comfortable 6-wicket win.
Gulf Today
10-02-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
New Zealand's Ravindra suffers sickening head injury in Pakistan ODI
New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra suffered a sickening blow to the head after he appeared to misjudge a catch during his team's ODI victory over Pakistan on Saturday night. The 25-year-old was fielding at deep square leg when he seemed to lose sight of the ball against the Gaddafi Stadium floodlights as he shaped to take a catch to dismiss Khushdil Shah. Blood poured from the head of a dazed Ravindra while the crowd looked on with concern. After being treated, he left the field holding a bandage tight to his bloodied forehead. "Ravindra was forced from the field after being struck in the forehead by the ball attempting a catch in the 38th over," a New Zealand Cricket spokesman told cricinfo. "He sustained a laceration to the forehead which has been addressed and treated at the ground, but is otherwise well. He came through his first HIA (Head Injury Assessment) well and will continue to be monitored under HIA processes." Earlier Ravindra had scored 25 from 19 balls at the top of the order as New Zealand piled up 330-6 before his team went on to claim a 78-run win. The match was part of a tri-nations series which also features South Africa and is a warm-up ahead of the Champions Trophy later this month.
Gulf News
09-02-2025
- Sport
- Gulf News
Rachin Ravindra suffers head injury in Pakistan ODI, New Zealand Cricket issues fitness update
Karachi : New Zealand Cricket (NZC) issued an update on all-rounder Rachin Ravindra's injury after the ball hit his head while fielding during the first ODI of the tri-nation series against Pakistan on Saturday. Ravindra's unfortunate injury occurred in the 38th over of the second innings, when, while going for a catch off Michael Bracewell, he lost sight of the ball due to floodlights and took a heavy blow to his face. He was taken off the pitch after he started to bleed. A statement from NZC as quoted by ESPNCricinfo said, "Ravindra was forced from the field after being struck in the forehead by the ball attempting a catch in the 38th over. He sustained a laceration to the forehead which has been addressed and treated at the ground, but is otherwise well. He came through his first HIA (Head Injury Assessment) well and will continue to be monitored under HIA processes." New Zealand are already dealing with injury concerns following Lockie Ferguson's hamstring injury during the ILT20 in the UAE. Speaking of the match, batting all-rounder Glenn Phillips' blitzkrieg knock powered New Zealand to a 78-run victory over Pakistan in the first match of the ODI Tri-Series. NZ won the toss and opted to bat first. After NZ was down to 39/2, performances from Kane Williamson (58 in 89 balls, with seven fours), Daryl Mitchell (81 in 84 balls, with two fours and four sixes) and Phillips (106* in 74 balls, with six fours and seven sixes) took NZ to 330/6 in their 50 overs. Shaheen Shah Afridi (3/88) and Abrar Ahmed (2/41) were among the top wicket-takers for Pakistan. During the run-chase of 331 runs, Fakhar Zaman played a strong knock of 84 in 69 balls, with seven fours and four sixes to start off the innings, but Pakistan was reduced to 119/4. Salman Agha (40 in 51 balls, with two fours and six) and Tayyab Tahir (30 in 29 balls, with four boundaries) put on a 53-run partnership, but Pakistan was skittled out for just 252 runs in 47.5 overs. Skipper Mitchell Santner (3/41), pacer Matt Henry (3/53) and Michael Bracewell (2/41) were among top bowlers for NZ. Sign up for the Daily Briefing Get the latest news and updates straight to your inbox
