GAZ’S DEJA VU AS SCRUTINY AWAITS STAR
GARY Ablett is facing AFL match review scrutiny for a second straight week after another undisciplined act in Geelong’s 24-point victory over North Melbourne.
Having convinced the tribunal last week to overturn a one-game ban for striking Essendon’s Dylan Shiel, Ablett is highly likely to be cited for striking Kangaroos backman Sam Wright during the 104-80 win at Marvel Stadium.
In a near-identical incident, Ablett left his feet, raised his forearm and made high contact with Wright after the North backman handballed to a teammate.
Wright was quickly back on his feet and, unlike last week, Ablett – who was among the Cats’ best with four goals – wasn’t reported.
But the clash is certain to be examined and the similarity of the incidents means two-time Brownlow Medallist and 329-game veteran Ablett is again at risk of his first career suspension.
Former Port Adelaide midfielder Kane Cornes said it looked worse than the Shiel incident but Geelong coach Chris Scott thinks Ablett has no issues.
“I don’t think it looked (similar) at all,” Scott said.
“I’d be surprised (if he got suspended).”