Two special Sydney Swans supporters touched our hearts earlier this year, and now their friendship is being recognised on the world stage.

When their radio died during the Swans' Round 23 clash against Carlton at the SCG, 12-year-old Jarryd Haines rose to the challenge and provided a running commentary for his blind friend, 13-year-old Mark Smith.

Mark lost his sight following brain cancer, but still loves going to games so he can hear the roar of the crowd.

Through Jarryd’s commentary he was kept abreast of each play, including each of Lance Franklin’s 10 goals. 

Not knowing who the boys were, a journalist in the crowd posted on Twitter about what he'd witnessed and it’s fair to say the story won hearts across the nation.

Using the power of social media the boys were tracked down and were treated to a special day at the SCG where they met their heroes and toured the facilities.

That week they also ran out with the team ahead of Sydney’s elimination final against Essendon.

This outstanding act of mateship has been nominated for this year’s Best Sporting Moment in the 2017 Laureus World Sport Awards and it's up to the voting public to decide who wins.

They're one of six moments in the running to win Laureus' November nomination - and were leading as of November 16!

Click here to relive Mark and Jarryd's inspiring story and make your vote count now!