The AFL's first-ever Tribunal appeal, which was against Bachar Houli's two-week suspension, has been successful with a four-week sanction given to the Richmond defender.
Carlton forward Jed Lamb was left unconscious when he was backhanded last Sunday at the MCG. Because of the severity of Lamb's concussion, he has been ruled out of the clash against the Crows at the MCG on Saturday. Houli accepted the decision when the verdict was handed down by the Tribunal. AFL general manager of football operations Simon Lethlean stated after the appeal hearing that he was pleased with the result of the increased sanction, especially because of the AFL's crack-down on head injuries. "The Appeals Board has tonight reinforced the AFL's position on the importance of protecting the head, and the health and safety of our players. "I'm satisfied with that result," Lethlean said. The AFL boss stated that despite the appeal of the Tribunal's decision, it has nothing to do with Houli's character, nor will it impact his leadership in the AFL community. "He is a leader in our game, and a person of great integrity. "His remorse for his actions was clear after the completion of the match. Our actions in appealing the tribunal decision were about protecting players from injury to the head and this is very important to us. "I want to reassure Bachar that he will continue to be held in the highest standard and regard in our game and in our community." Houli will miss the next four weeks against Port Adelaide, St Kilda, the Brisbane Lions and the Giants.
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