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

The first story of grand final heartbreak looks to have been written with Brisbane coach Chris Fagan all but ruling out ruckman Oscar McInerney from next week’s grand final.

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.

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

Brisbane Lions ruckman Oscar McInerney is battling a grisly injury after dislocating his shoulder in the first term of the preliminary final.

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

Brisbane emerged victorious from the preliminary final 14.11 (95) to 12.13 (85) and will chase their fourth premiership, and first since 2003, when they face the Sydney Swans next Saturday. The loss for Geelong spells the end of Zach Tuohy’s career in the AFL,

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.