Try-scoring machine sidelined in huge blow for Souths
The injury crisis at the South Sydney Rabbitohs has worsened with veteran winger Alex Johnston set to be ruled out for an extended period.
The injury crisis at the South Sydney Rabbitohs has worsened, with veteran winger Alex Johnston set to be ruled out for six weeks after tearing his hamstring.
Johnston left the field with a hamstring complaint during South Sydney's 20-16 victory over the Bulldogs on Good Friday.
According to Nine and Sydney Morning Herald reporter Michael Chammas, scans on Sunday confirmed he will sit out for over a month with the injury.
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The news comes a huge blow for Souths, who are already without Campbell Graham until round 18 as he recovers from a sternum injury, while young speedster Tyrone Munro won't be back for another fortnight.
Johnston is expected return for the Bunnies' round 10 fixture against the Dragons.
The 29-year-old is the club's all-time record having scored 188 tries from 218 appearances for South Sydney