GM of Football, Dan Richardson, has released the following statement in regards to the MRO decision on Aaron Francis...

“Our consideration to challenge was significant but based on all information available to us, we determined the charge would be difficult to overturn at tribunal,” Richardson said.

“The decision to accept the fine was agreed on by all parties, in consultation with Aaron.”

Aaron Francis accepted his $2000 fine for rough conduct after his bump on Jaeger O’Meara was graded as careless conduct with low impact to the head.