It can be a tough scene to watch amid a premiership side’s celebrations: The reaction of the player who deserves a medal, but missed out on playing. But there were no bittersweet emotions for Oscar McInerney.

Brisbane ruckman Oscar McInerney will be the heartbreak story of the Lions' second grand final appearance in as many years after dislocating his shoulder.

Charlie Cameron has pledged to stand up for Oscar McInerney on the grand final stage, as the Lions set up a changeroom reminder of their injured teammate in the lead-up to the decider.

Brisbane Lions ruckman Oscar McInerney will miss the AFL grand final after his serious shoulder injury was treated by paramedics during Saturday night’s win over Geelong. The 30-year-old was in agony as he suddenly called for medical attention while play continued around him late in the first quarter of the preliminary final.

The Brisbane Lions name Darcy Fort in place of injured ruck Oscar McInerney for Saturday's grand final, while Taylor Adams fails in his bid to make the Swans' extended squad.

The Cats and Lions meet at the MCG with a place in the AFL grand final up for grabs. Join Craig Little for updates

Will Geelong secure another grand final clash with Sydney Swans or will the Lions cause the upset and book a return to the season decider after falling just short last year.