Dusty Martin pledges to play for Albury Tigers, but coach doubts he meant it
Martin told Albury's grand final luncheon he'd play for them in 2027, but co-coach Anthony Miles thinks it was a joke.
Dustin Martin announced at Albury Football Club's grand final luncheon on September 18 that he would play for the club in 2027. Co-coach Anthony Miles, his former Richmond teammate, thinks it was tongue-in-cheek.
Miles gave Martin a tour of the Albury Sportsground before the event, and Martin was pleasantly surprised by the ground and surface. Miles doesn't think the pledge is serious, saying he doesn't 'think there is a whole lot to it at this early stage.'
Martin retired at the end of 2024 after 302 AFL games, three premierships and a Brownlow Medal. Whether his latest comments lead to another appearance in country football remains unclear.
- September 18
- Announcement date
- 302
- AFL games
- 3
- Premierships
- Albury Sportsground
- Venue
Why it mattersMartin's comment teases a comeback, and country clubs prize celebrity players, though his coach's skepticism suggests it won't happen.
AustraliaAustralian AFL and country footy fans would be delighted if Martin signs with Albury, giving them a chance to watch the former Brownlow Medallist play again.
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