[FONT="]Jack Bird suffered a non-contact injury to his left knee today at training.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Subsequently, a tear in his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has been confirmed this afternoon by MRI.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Jack will see a specialist in the coming days to confirm the next step, with surgery the most likely option.[/FONT]
[FONT="]Broncos’ coach Anthony Seibold said it was devastating news for Bird.[/FONT]
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[FONT="]“Rugby league is a cruel game sometimes,” said Seibold.[/FONT]
[FONT="]“Jack’s commitment to his rehabilitation has been unwavering in his return from his last knee injury.[/FONT]
[FONT="]“He has had a tremendous pre-season and ticked all the boxes required for a great start to the year.[/FONT]
[FONT="]“He had trialled really well in the fullback position and was excited to be playing in the first game of the season.[/FONT]
[FONT="]“All of his teammates and the staff at the Broncos are devastated at the timing and nature of the injury.[/FONT]
[FONT="]“The club will do our best to help Jack in his recovery and personal wellbeing and provide him with everything he needs.”[/FONT]