Dreamtime clash turns to nightmare fuel for 1-10 Bombers after injury carnage
The Dreamtime clash between Essendon and Richmond resulted in a significant injury toll for both teams. Essendon captain Andrew McGrath and key players were hospitalized, contributing to their loss. The Bombers now sit at the bottom of the ladder, facing the risk of finishing last in the season.
- ▪Essendon lost to Richmond by 18 points in a match that saw seven players injured.
- ▪Captain Andrew McGrath suffered a broken jaw, while four other players were injured before halftime.
- ▪Richmond's Tom Lynch also played through injury, unable to speak after a knock to his voice box.
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