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Oliver Caffrey

Carlton defender explains controversial late decision

Blues' Nick Haynes has taken the blame for deliberating rushing a behind against Richmond. (Rob Prezioso/AAP PHOTOS)

Carlton defender Nick Haynes has accepted blame for a controversial umpiring decision paid against him late in the Blues' thrilling two-point win over Richmond.

With Carlton leading by 14 points with less than two minutes remaining, Haynes was pinged for a deliberate rushed behind that ended up in a Tigers goal.

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