Reece Walsh Injures Eye In Brutal Collision
Broncos Star's NRL Season In Doubt
Rising star Reece Walsh has suffered a fractured orbital floor which has left his availability for the opening round of the 2023 NRL season in doubt.
Walsh sustained the injury in a brutal head clash with Penrith Panthers forward Spencer Leniu in the opening minutes of Brisbane's return bout against the reigning premiers on Saturday night.
The 20-year-old fullback was left with blurred vision and required stitches for a large gash under his left eye after the sickening blow.
Walsh was taken from the field and did not return, with the Broncos confirming the extent of his injury on Sunday.
The news is a major blow for the Broncos, who are already without a number of key players due to injury.
Walsh has been one of Brisbane's best performers in the pre-season and was expected to play a key role in the team's push for a return to the finals.
The injury also casts a shadow over Walsh's long-term future, with the Broncos star off-contract at the end of the season.
Walsh is widely regarded as one of the most promising young players in the NRL, and a long-term absence could impact his development and his market value.
The Broncos will provide an update on Walsh's condition later this week.
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