AFL 2024: Injuries & Suspensions

Richmond’s Dion Prestia ruled out of Lions clash, Tigers trio set for return

It’s mixed news on the injury front for Richmond.

Published by
Frank Seal

Richmond midfielder Dion Prestia has been ruled out of the Tigers' upcoming match against the Brisbane Lions this Thursday night at The Gabba.

Prestia, who will miss due to a calf strain, currently doesn't currently have a timeline for return, with the Tigers coming off their Round 15 bye.

The 30-year-old's next opportunity to be game-fit is for Richmond's Round 17 clash with the Sydney Swans at the MCG.

While Prestia's soft-tissue injury history rears its ugly head, the Tigers will welcome the return of midfield recruit Jacob Hopper, who has recovered from a soleus issue that kept him sidelined for five matches.

Samson Ryan (ankle) and Noah Cumberland (soleus) are also available for selection this Thursday, giving Andrew McQualter's men a boost to offset Prestia's absence.

However, disappointingly, Tom Lynch remains on a long-term return timeline with his foot injury, with it appearing gradually unlikely that he will be able to return to play this season unless the Tigers can stage a finals assault.

The Tigers and Lions are set to battle this Thursday at 7:20 PM AEST.

Published by
Frank Seal