Rory Laird will miss the start of the 2022 AFL season.
He injured his right hand in the AAMI Community Series game against Port Adelaide on Saturday.
He has been diagnosed with a broken hand, at this stage surgery is not required and he is expected to miss 4-6 weeks.
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Adelaide High Performance Manager Darren Burgess provided an update on Sunday.
“Rory had X-rays on Sunday which confirmed our preliminary thoughts post-game that he had fractured his hand,”
“At this stage we don’t believe it will require surgery however he will meet a hand specialist this week for further assessment.
“It’s unfortunate timing given there are two weeks until Round One but the injury is not expected to hinder his ability to run and stay fit and we will look forward to him returning in the early part of the season.” Burgess said.
