The AFL world has been rocked by a shocking development: Collingwood star Mason Cox has reportedly been hit with a lifetime ban following allegations of involvement in a gambling scandal that has sent shockwaves through the league.
Sources close to the investigation claim Cox was implicated after suspicious betting patterns on Collingwood matches were traced back to individuals allegedly receiving insider information. These bets reportedly targeted specific plays and timings that only players or staff could know.
The AFL Integrity Unit launched an intensive probe, and according to leaks, Cox was summoned for a crisis meeting before the decision was finalized. The findings have now led to one of the harshest punishments in recent league history.
Fans across the country are stunned. Some are calling the ruling “unbelievable” and “career-ending,” while others insist the AFL had no choice but to make an example to protect the game’s integrity.
As of now, neither Collingwood nor the AFL has issued an official statement. However, the fallout is already massive — both for the club and for the reputation of the sport itself.
Whether Mason Cox will ever be allowed back on the field remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: this scandal marks one of the darkest moments in recent AFL history.
