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Zak Butters’ Injury Update
Port Adelaide’s Qualifying Final against Geelong brought both opportunities and setbacks, as star midfielder Zak Butters was replaced at halftime due to injury concerns. Butters struggled early with a meager performance and minimal impact, managing just eight touches and two clearances in the first two quarters. Coach Ken Hinkley substituted Butters for Quinton Narkle at the main break, noting Butters felt “a bit sore” and would require further evaluation. There is worry Butters may have sustained a rib injury, putting his availability for their next match in doubt.
AFL Finals Live Updates
The AFL Finals kicked off with Port Adelaide facing Geelong on Thursday night under the lights. When the teams last met in round nine, the Power emerged with a narrow six-point win over the Cats. Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley dismissed focusing on past results, whether earlier this season or in previous finals series, stressing the importance of the here and now. Hinkley noted that the Power’s past record includes two wins over Geelong in previous qualifying finals (2021 and 2020) and their breakthrough win in Geelong in May. While the Power brought in Charlie Dixon and Quinton Narkle, opting to leave out Kane Farrell and Dante Visentini, Geelong left their lineup unchanged from last week. See live updates.
Hinkley’s Perspective on the Finals
Ken Hinkley emphasized aiming to control what they can in the present rather than dwelling on history. He preached concentrating solely on preparing for and challenging the immediate task at hand. Hinkley expressed confidence that the team is in excellent form and has grown from experiences, primed to surpass prior shortcomings and capitalize on their successful campaign.
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