A man who was attacked and lost an eye by a stranger says he has come to terms with it.

The ex-rugby player, Matthew Syron, has been through a lot in the past few months. A dad-of-two, he was attacked on a night out in Leeds last year and has been trying to recover ever since. He was visiting the UK from his home in Australia at the time and was devastated by the sudden turn of events. The attacker, Gareth Dean, was sentenced to 11 years in jail, but Matthew still feels disappointed by the punishment.

The aftermath of the attack has been a difficult and painful journey for Matthew. He has not been able to work or see his children, and it has been a waiting game as he undergoes multiple surgeries on his eyes. In April, he had his third operation, just three weeks after his previous one. The attack has left him with limited vision in his left eye, and doctors are doing everything they can to save his right eye. Unfortunately, it is unlikely that it will ever fully heal, and a glass eye may be necessary in the future.

Despite the challenges he has faced, Matthew has remained determined and focused on his recovery. He wakes up every day and tries to get some training done, although he admits that the first hour of the day is the most difficult for him. He has also been following the news of other similar attacks, like that of Natalie Arthurs, a 36-year-old mother who was slashed in the face with broken glass in a bar bathroom. Together, they are calling for glass to be banned in bars after 9pm to prevent any more innocent people from suffering the same fate.

Matthew has been staying with his dad since the attack, but he longs to return home to his partner Keone Rawiri and their two children, Brixon and Mika Rose. He is hopeful that he will be able to go back within the next few weeks, or even sooner if his doctors give him the go-ahead to fly. He dreams of the day when he can hold his children again and watch them grow up.

Despite the physical and emotional challenges he has faced, Matthew has found strength in his loved ones and his determination to stay physically and mentally fit. He has accepted his situation and is grateful for the support he has received from his family and friends. He has also been able to do some things on his own, like building a house with his dad. He has learned to navigate his surroundings even with limited vision, and he is constantly improving.

Although not being able to work has been difficult, Matthew is grateful for the men who work for him in Australia. They have taken on the responsibility of running his business while he is away, and he is proud of how they have handled everything. He also expresses his gratitude to the NHS for the incredible care he has received during his time in and out of the hospital.

Matthew has also been actively campaigning to ban glass in bars and nightclubs in the UK. He has been speaking to the media and spreading awareness about the dangers of glass in these establishments. However, he feels that it is time for someone else to take up the cause. He has done all he can and hopes that the campaign will continue to gain momentum in his absence.

Despite all the challenges and setbacks, Matthew remains hopeful and determined to return home to his family. He knows it will be an emotional and challenging journey, but he is ready to face it. He is grateful for all the support he has received and is looking forward to the day when he can finally be reunited with his loved ones.

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