Richmond Tigers

AFL MRO: Returning Tiger sanctioned for Saturday melee, in-form Hawk avoids suspension

The Match Review Office have handed down their findings for Saturday’s action.

Published by
Frank Seal

Tiger forward Tom Lynch is back in the team and back in the books for his first match since his lengthy hamstring injury, copping a fine for engaging in a melee during Dusty's 300th.

The scruff occurred during the third quarter of Hawthorn's 48-point win over Richmond, when Lynch joined a heated wrestle, costing himself a $3,125 sanction with a $1,875 early plea.

Hawk Dylan Moore has avoided punishment for his tackle on Tiger Tom Brown, deemed dangerous by some.

There was no free-kick on the play, with the umpire calling a stoppage and he will have no case to answer.

Swan Hayden McLean has also been fined, this time for an incident in Sydney's 42-point surge victory over the Crows at the Adelaide Oval.

McLean was charged with careless, low impact and high contact for his conduct on Adelaide's William Dowling, earning him a cost of $2,500.

Should he challenge the verdict, he risks a fine of $3,750.

No other charges were laid on Saturday.

Published by
Frank Seal