Gryan Miers plays on with partial ACL tear he was meant to fix

Gryan Miers should have had ACL reconstruction surgery in April but instead played his 18th game since the diagnosis, delivering 24 disposals and two goals in Geelong's elimination final win.

Why it mattersPlaying with a partially torn ACL risks sudden failure mid-match. Miers is effectively gambling on his knee holding up through Geelong's finals run.

AustraliaGeelong will need Miers fit and available as they chase the 2026 AFL premiership. Any ACL collapse would end his season immediately.

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Why it mattersHenry's return from the sidelines shows that form can bounce back with work; he's now a key weapon for Geelong's finals push.

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Gryan Miers plays on with partial ACL tear he was meant to fix

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Ollie Henry kicks 43 goals and locks in spot for Geelong's semi-final

Mills tears ACL; Swans race to name finals captain

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