Joel Selwood avoids suspension for pair of ugly incidents in Geelong's win over Western Bulldogs
Geelong captain Joel Selwood has avoided a suspension for a pair of controversial incidents in the Cats' win over the Bulldogs, instead fined by the AFL.
After playing a heroic role in the final foray forward before Gary Rohan's game-winning goal, footage emerged of Selwood's involvement in two ugly acts during the contest.
The first occurred in the opening quarter when he could be seen punching Dogs defender Bailey Dale in the head while Dale was on the ground in a congested situation, before seemingly also eye-gouging.
However, he was cleared by the AFL, with the incident assessed as "misconduct" from Match Review Officer, Michael Christian, with Selwood given a $1000 fine with an early plea.
Joel Selwood's hand seen going at Bailey Dale's head while the Bulldogs defender was on the ground Nine
Footage of another questionable act from Selwood in the fourth quarter also emerged, where he could be seen stepping on Bulldogs defender Taylor Duryea's leg, leaving blood streaming down Duryea's leg.
The incident was assessed as "careless conduct, low impact (and) body contact" and Selwood was given a $2000 fine with an early plea.
Fans were left unimpressed with the MRO's decision to let Selwood escape without a ban, especially after the controversy surrounding Crows defender David McKay's tribunal case during the week.
The combined $3000 worth of fines means Selwood is free to play in Geelong's Round 15 clash against the Brisbane Lions.
