Zak Butters Cleared of Umpire Abuse by AFL Appeals Board

Port Adelaide player Zak Butters is cleared of umpire abuse after the AFL appeals board finds a 'miscarriage of justice' due to an 'error of law'. The case, marked by unusual circumstances including missing evidence, raises concerns about umpire abuse in the sport and the integrity of officiating. The tribunal's verdict was overturned on April 21, 2026.

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