HERE’S an update on the fitness of three Blues leading into Round 3 of the 2023 AFL season.

Sam Durdin (hamstring)

Scans today confirmed a low-grade hamstring strain sustained in the VFL.

Will be unavailable for 1-2 weeks.

George Hewett (hand)

Will be a test for this week after missing Round 2 with a hand injury. 

Jack Martin (calf)

Will be a test for Round 4.

Player

Injury

Update
Jordan Boyd Foot Is currently completing his running program.
A further update on his return to play will be provided when he progresses to skills training. (Update: 15 March)
Matthew Cottrell Foot Is currently completing his running program.
A further update on his return to play will be provided when he progresses to skills training. (Update: 15 March)
David Cuningham Shoulder Will continue to build up strength in his shoulder over the next month.
A clearer indication on his return to be determined after that. (Update: 15 March)
Sam Durdin Hamstring Scans today confirmed a low-grade hamstring strain sustained in the VFL.
Will be unavailable for 1-2 weeks. (Update: 27 March)
George Hewett Hand Will be a test for this week after missing Round 2 with a hand injury.  (Update: 27 March)
Caleb Marchbank Calf Still in early stages of his rehabilitation.
No timeline on his return as of yet. (Update: 15 March)
Jack Martin Calf Will be a test for Round 4. (Update: 27 March)
Sam Philp Foot Underwent surgery after experiencing a stress fracture to the second metatarsal in his foot.
Has been placed on the inactive list. (Update: 3 February)
Sam Walsh Back Back into skills training and is tracking to return to full training in the coming weeks.
Return-to-play timeline has not changed, expected to be clearer by Round 4. (Update: 15 March)
Zac Williams Knee Underwent surgery after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament.
Ruled out for the 2023 AFL season. (Update: 3 February)