Sydney Swans defender Jeremy Laidler has been charged with striking Brisbane Lions forward Allen Christensen during the second quarter of Sunday's match at the Gabba.

In summary, he can accept a $1000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the video evidence available and a medical report from the Brisbane Lions Football Club, it was the view of the panel the incident should be classified as intentional conduct with low impact to the body.

The offence was classified as a $1500 sanction. The player has no applicable record. An early plea can reduce the penalty to a $1000 sanction.