‘What alternative?’ How Lions will fight Robinson ban
Brisbane will challenge the AFL’s hard-line stance on headhigh contact when it fights Mitch Robinson’s ban. Here’s what the Lions will ask the AFL.
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Nick Larkey got one over Hawk Tom Mitchell. It was smart but raises questions about being in the spirit of the game. And fans will hate it, Mark Robinson writes. LIKES AND DISLIKES
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Robbo’s top 50: Rising stars destined to join AFL’s elite
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