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AFL ROUND 15 FIXTURE AND TEAMS (All occasions AEST)
MELBOURNE v BRISBANE LIONS
Thursday June 23, 7:20pm on the MCG
Demons’ Spherical 13 group
B: C.Salem, H.Petty, J.Bowey
HB: J.Jordon, J.Lever, A.Brayshaw
C: T.Sparrow, A.Neal-Bullen, E.Langdon
HF: M.Brown, B.fritsch, C.Petracca
F: C.Spargo, B.Brown, Ok.Pickett
FOLL: M.Gawn, C.Oliver, J.Viney
I/C: J.Harmes, L.Jackson, M.Hibberd, D.Turner
EMG: Ok.Chandler (sub), A.Tomlinson, S.Weideman, O.Baker
Crew Ideas: Melbourne will lastly welcome again their troublemaking defensive celebrity Steven Could this week after he missed the final two video games, and many of the Spherical 11 conflict, because of concussion and a club-imposed suspension for that wild night time at a French restaurant with teammates. The backline has regarded decidedly weak with out him within the line-up and, no coincidence, the Demons have misplaced their final three matches. It’s additional proof of simply how vital Could is to the facet. Could’s ‘dancing companion’ from that notorious night time within the fashionable Melbourne suburb of Prahran, Jake Melksham, may be in consideration for a return after overcoming a few bouts of minor surgical procedure to restore the hand he used to punch Could throughout their altercation. However the hits carry on coming for the Demons with inspirational captain Max Gawn dominated out for as much as a month with an ankle damage, whereas his potential alternative Majak Daw can also be unavailable for the same time frame because of a pectoral damage sustained whereas enjoying within the VFL. And with key ahead Tom McDonald (ankle), who’s able to pinch-hitting, nonetheless unavailable for one more three months or so, it appears as if younger star Luke Jackson will tackle the majority of the ruck load, maybe with Ben Brown and/or Sam Weideman lending some help. Daniel Turner may also make means after requiring surgical procedure to restore facial fractures sustained in his debut sport on Queen’s Birthday.
Lions’ Spherical 13 group
B: D.Gardiner, H.Andrews, M.Adams
HB: B.Starcevich, D.Wealthy, D.Zorko
C: J.Berry, Z.Bailey, H.McCluggage
HF: C.Rayner, E.Hipwood, L.McCarthy
F: D.McStay, J.Daniher, C.Cameron
FOLL: O.McInerney, J.Lyons, L.Neale
I/C: D.Robertson, M.Robinson, Ok.Coleman, N.Answerth
EMG: J.Prior, D.Fort (sub), J.Tunstill, R.Mathieson
Crew Ideas: The Lions have near a full listing to select from for his or her blockbuster top-of-the-table conflict with the Demons exterior of two damage blows of their win over St Kilda a fortnight in the past. Key defender Darcy Gardiner comesout as he continues to get better from a lung damage which can preserve him sidelined for about one other month, whereas captain Dayne Zorko has been dominated out with a hamstring damage. One in every of Jack Payne or Ryan Lester would appear like a logical alternative for Gardiner, and Nakia Cockatoo or Rhys Mathieson would possibly get the decision up for Zorko.
WESTERN BULLDOGS v HAWTHORN
Friday June 24, 7:00pm at Marvel Stadium
Bulldogs’ Spherical 14 group
B: E.Richards, R.Gardner, T.O’Brien
HB: C.Daniel, A.Keath, B.Dale
C: B.Williams, J.Macrae, A.Scott
HF: J.Johannisen, J.Ugle-Hagan, T.Liberatore
F: M.Bontempelli, A.Naughton, C.Weightman
FOLL: T.English, J.Dunkley, A.Treloar
I/C: R.West, T.Duryea, R.McComb, J.Schache
EMG: M.Wallis, H.Crozier, B.Khamis, L.McNeil (sub)
Crew Ideas: The Bulldogs have additionally been hit exhausting by damage with No.1 ruckman Tim English set for one more stint on the sidelines, this time because of concussion, whereas defender Taylor Duryea received’t be out there both after he suffered a severe knee damage towards GWS final week. He won’t be out there once more till the finals. Small ahead Cody Weightman confirmed unimaginable bravery to return to the sphere of play towards the Giants after sustaining a ugly dislocated elbow, however it could be shocking to see him line up once more this week, regardless of being cleared of structural harm. And, after all, Bailey Smith nonetheless has one other three video games of his suspension(s) to serve. Jordon Candy could be the frontrunner to switch English, however Stefan Martin (shoulder) will probably be examined and will function a like-for-like alternative. Hayden Crozier is an choice to switch Duryea, whereas premiership star Lachie Hunter may are available for Weightman, ought to he be dominated out, after returning strongly from private go away within the reserves final week. Mitch Hannan (concussion) may be an choice. Key ahead Josh Bruce made a profitable return from a knee damage through the VFL final week, kicking three objectives, however will most likely must spend one other week or two within the second tier earlier than being thought-about for senior choice. One other knee sufferer Toby McLean may also return through the VFL this week in one other optimistic improvement for the Canines.
Hawks’ Spherical 13 group
B: B.Hardwick, S.Frost, J.Sicily
HB: J.Scrimshaw, Ok.Hartigan, L.Bramble
C: L.Shiels, J.Newcombe, W.Day
HF: C.Nash, J.Callow, J.O’Meara
F: S.Butler, J.Koschitzke, D.Moore
FOLL: N.Reeves, T.Mitchell, C.Wingard
I/C: H.Morrison, L.Breust, D.Howe, C.Jiath
EMG: C.Macdonald, F.Maginness, J.Morris (sub), J.Blanck
Crew Ideas: The Hawks’ ahead line is ready to obtain an enormous increase with Jack Gunston (foot) and Mitch Lewis (knee) each wanting prone to return for the conflict with the Canines. Ruckman Max Lynch (concussion) will probably be examined, however Hawthorn acquired a giant blow down again with Sam Frost (knee) dominated out for the subsequent month after getting injured towards the Dockers in Spherical 13. Teen Denver Grainger-Barras would possibly get a reprieve to cowl for Frost. Josh Ward (concussion), James Worpel, Connor Macdonald and mid-season recruit James Blanck are all within the combine as effectively.
WEST COAST EAGLES v ESSENDON
Friday June 24, 8:40pm at Optus Stadium
Eagles’ Spherical 14 group
B: S.Hurn, T.Barrass, L.Duggan
HB: J.Jones, J.McGovern, B.Hough
C: A.Gaff, J.Nelson, J.Redden
HF: D.Sheed, J.Darling, J.Waterman
F: J.Cripps, J.Kennedy, W.Rioli
FOLL: B.Williams, E.Yeo, L.Shuey
I/C: J.Petruccelle, R.Bazzo, C.West, C.Jamieson
EMG: A.Witherden, L.Foley, G.Clark (sub)
Crew Ideas:Jeremy McGovern’s rotten run with damage has continued after the star defender suffered damaged ribs throughout the Eagles’ loss to Geelong final week. It was his second sport in a row wherein he discovered himself subbed out, in what was his return sport after struggling nerve ache in his again towards the Bulldogs in Spherical 11. Harry Edwards or Josh Rotham will possible exchange McGovern. However West Coast are set to be boosted by the returns of Tim Kelly and Liam Ryan from sickness and champion ruckman Nic Naitanui (knee) isn’t distant from a return both. Sam Petrevski-Seton, Alex Witherden and Luke Foley may be within the combine for a senior recall whereas younger midfielder Xavier O’Neill will return through the WAFL after spending two months out with a knee damage.
Bombers’ Spherical 14 group
B: J.Kelly, J.Ridley, J.Laverde
HB: M.Redman, D.Heppell, N.Hind
C: N.Martin, Z.Merrett, A.McGrath
HF: A.Perkins, M.Guelfi, M.D’Ambrosio
F: J.Stringer, P.Wright, H.Jones
FOLL: S.Draper, D.Shiel, S.Durham
I/C: B.Ham, J.Caldwell, B.Hobbs, A.Phillips
EMG: J.Stewart (sub), B.Zerk-Thatcher, A.Waterman, T.Cutler
Crew Ideas: After making a powerful return to the senior line-up towards St Kilda final week, Andrew McGrath is frustratingly set for extra time on the sidelines after injuring his adductor within the Bombers‘ upset six-goal win. However they might regain star midfielder Darcy Parish (calf) whereas younger defender Zach Reid will probably be examined after hurting his ankle within the VFL final week. James Stewart’s return to the facet has been delayed once more after he too obtained injured within the reserves, a foot grievance to maintain him sidelined for at the least a fortnight. Key Bombers Kyle Langford and Will Snelling made their returns through the VFL final week after lengthy damage layoffs, however it stays to be seen whether or not they are going to be thought-about for senior choice after only one sport every.
CARLTON v FREMANTLE
Saturday June 25, 1:45pm at Marvel Stadium
Blues’ Spherical 14 group
B: A.Saad, Le.Younger, L.Plowman
HB: N.Newman, S.Durdin, S.Docherty
C: M.Cottrell, P.Cripps, L.O’Brien
HF: J.Martin, C.Curnow, M.Owies
F: Z.Fisher, H.McKay, J.Silvagni
FOLL: T.DeKoning, S.Walsh, M.Kennedy
I/C: J.Boyd, G.Hewett, J.Newnes, C.Durdin
EMG: P.Dow, L.Fogarty (sub), W.Setterfield, B.Kemp
Crew Ideas: The carnage continues down at Princes Park and new recruit Sam Durdin (knee) isn’t even immune, the mid-season pick-up injuring himself in his membership debut towards Richmond and becoming a member of a protracted listing of defenders who are actually unavailable for the Blues. Jack Martin (calf) additionally harm himself towards the Tigers, and is doubtful to face Fremantle. Brodie Kemp will most likely have to come back in for Durdin whereas final week’s sub Lachie Fogarty will probably be on standby if Martin fails to come back up.
Dockers’ Spherical 14 group
B: H.Younger, A.Pearce, G.Logue
HB: B.Cox, L.Ryan, B.Walker
C: B.Acres, A.Brayshaw, J.Clark
HF: S.Switkowski, B.Banfield, T.Colyer
F: N.Fyfe, R.Lobb, M.Walters
FOLL: S.Darcy, J.Aish, C.Serong
I/C: D.Mundy, W.Brodie, L.Schultz, E.Hughes
EMG: J.Treacy, D.Tucker (sub), M.Crowden, L.Meek
Crew Ideas: There’ll be a couple of tweaks to the ahead combine with Sam Switkowski (again) and Josh Treacy (ankle) becoming a member of the damage listing, however Michael Frederick confirmed to return from his club-imposed suspension for ingesting on a six-day break. He may very well be joined by Matt Taberner, which might assist actually stretch an injury-stricken Carlton defence, after the important thing ahead kicked 3.2 for Peel Thunder throughout the bye. Darcy Tucker shapes because the most certainly wing alternative for Blake Acres (hamstring) given he has performed there this season, each at AFL and WAFL degree, with Liam Henry additionally an choice. Neil Erasmus was best-on for Peel final weekend.
GEELONG CATS v RICHMOND
Saturday June 25, 4:35pm on the MCG
Cats’ Spherical 14 group
B: T.Stewart, S.De Koning, T.Atkins
HB: J.Bews, M.Blicavs, Z.Guthrie
C: M.Duncan, C.Guthrie, I.Smith
HF: Z.Tuohy, J.Cameron, C.Stephens
F: B.Shut, T.Hawkins, T.Stengle
FOLL: R.Stanley, S.Menegola, J.Selwood
I/C: J.Kolodjashnij, M.O’Connor, L.Dahlhaus, G.Miers
EMG: S.Higgins, F.Evans (sub), O.Dempsey, S.Neale
Crew Ideas: The Cats look set to obtain an inflow of key gamers this week, headlined by Paddy Dangerfield after the Brownlow medallist spent the previous 5 weeks recovering from a calf damage. Ahead Gary Rohan (COVID) can also be in line for a recall and in additional excellent news for Geelong, Jack Henry and Max Holmes made profitable returns within the VFL final week and are anticipated to face the Tigers as effectively. Henry (foot) hasn’t performed since Spherical 5, whereas Holmes (ankle) has been unsighted at senior degree since Spherical 7. Shaun Higgins (soreness) can also be out there whereas, in one other optimistic improvement, huge man Esava Ratugolea performed within the VFL final weekend too.
Tigers’ Spherical 14 group
B: N.Broad, D.Grimes, R.Tarrant
HB: L.Baker, N.Vlastuin, J.Gibcus
C: M.Pickett, J.Brief, Ok.McIntosh
HF: J.Clarke, Ok.Lambert, H.Ralphsmith
F: J.Riewoldt, S.Bolton, T.Lynch
FOLL: T.Nankervis, D.Prestia, T.Cotchin
I/C: D.Rioli, S.Edwards, J.Graham, N.Balta
EMG: I.Soldo, R.Mansell, J.Ross, M.Rioli (sub)
Crew Ideas: The Tigers are set to regain a Brownlow medallist of their very own with Dustin Martin set to be out there after lacking final week’s conflict towards the Blues because of the flu. However Richmond copped a triple blow towards Carlton with Noah Balta (hamstring) and Trent Cotchin (collarbone) dominated out and Robbie Tarrant (hand) needing to go a health take a look at after present process minor surgical procedure earlier within the week. Ivan Soldo looms because the logical alternative for Balta, whereas Ben Miller may get the job in defence if Tarrant is dominated out.
SYDNEY SWANS v ST KILDA
Saturday June 25, 7:25pm on the SCG
Swans’ Spherical 14 group
B: P.McCartin, T.McCartin, J.McInerney
HB: O.Florent, D.Rampe, J.Lloyd
C: H.Cunningham, L.Parker, N.Blakey
HF: W.Hayward, S.Reid, C.Warner
F: L.McDonald, L.Franklin, T.Papley
FOLL: P.Ladhams, C.Mills, I.Heeney
I/C: C.O’Riordan, J.Rowbottom, E.Gulden, S.Wicks
EMG: R.Fox, B.Campbell (sub), J.Amartey, D.Stephens
Crew Ideas: No.1 ruck Tom Hickey’s profitable return from a toe damage within the VFL final week couldn’t have come at a greater time after back-up ruckman Peter Ladhams’ mind snap, which noticed him suspended for punching Port star Ollie Wines within the midriff throughout final weekend’s sport at Adelaide Oval. There have been a number of Swans down on type towards Port to come back in danger at choice, with Ben Ronke (19 disposals, three objectives, 12 marks), Joel Amartey (18 touches, 5 objectives, 10 marks), Ryan Clarke (27 disposals, two objectives), Dylan Stephens (22 touches, six marks, six tackles) and Hayden McLean (19 touches, 1.4, 12 marks) all placing their palms up after robust VFL outings.
Saints’ Spherical 14 group
B: C.Wilkie, D.Howard, J.Battle
HB: B.Paton, J.Webster, J.Sinclair
C: H.Clark, S.Ross, B.Hill
HF: J.Billings, B.Lengthy, R.Marshall
F: T.Membrey, M.King, J.Higgins
FOLL: P.Ryder, B.Crouch, J.Gresham
I/C: D.Butler, R.Byrnes, N.Wanganeen-Milera, Z.Jones
EMG: M.Windhager (sub), C.Sharman, D.Joyce, M.Wooden
Crew Ideas: The Saints are set to welcome again celebrity Jack Steele after the captain spent the previous six weeks sidelined with a shoulder damage, whereas Dan McKenzie can also be on observe to return from a concussion. Nevertheless, Mitch Owens stays in concussion protocols and is unlikely to make the journey to the SCG. Marcus Windhager, Jarrod Lienert, Cooper Sharman and Darragh Joyce are within the combine after robust VFL performances.
NORTH MELBOURNE v ADELAIDE CROWS
Sunday June 26, 1:10pm at Blundstone Area
Kangaroos’ Spherical 13 group
B: L.McDonald, A.Corr, La.Younger
HB: Ok.Hayden, J.Walker, Ok.Turner
C: A.Corridor, L.Davies-Uniacke, F.Perez
HF: J.Horne-Francis, N.Larkey, P.Curtis
F: J.Stephenson, J.Ziebell, C.Taylor
FOLL: T.Goldstein, J.Simpkin, J.Anderson
I/C: B.Scott, H.Greenwood, T.Powell, T.Xerri
EMG: A.Bosenavulagi, T.Thomas, J.Archer, C.Lazzaro (sub)
Crew Ideas:Jack Ziebell (facial fracture), Jason-Horne Francis and Lachie Younger (each suspended) all come out of the facet as compelled adjustments from the Roos’ loss to to the Giants in Spherical 13. However fortunately assistance is the on the way in which, and invaluable assist of that, with Ben McKay (concussion)and Cam Zurhaar (foot) anticipated to return. North can also be coming off a VFL bye may very well be tempted to recall Tarryn Thomas, whereas Charlie Lazzaro will probably be within the combine. Jaidyn Stephenson’s spot will once more come into query after recording simply 5 touches towards GWS a fortnight in the past.
Crows’ Spherical 14 group
B: T.Doedee, J.Butts, N.Murray
HB: B.Smith, W.Hamill, J.Dawson
C: J.Hately, B.Keays, J.Soligo
HF: W.Milera, D.Fogarty, J.Rowe
F: S.McAdam, T.Walker, J.Rachele
FOLL: R.O’Brien, R.Laird, S.Berry
I/C: R.Thilthorpe, N.McHenry, M.Crouch, P.Parnell
EMG: H.Schoenberg, M.Hinge, L.Murphy (sub), E.Himmelberg
Crew Ideas:Riley Thilthorpe was subbed out of the loss to the Suns however may but stand up to face the Roos. If the previous Decide 2 misses, Lachlan Gollant (three objectives) might be the favorite to switch him after a powerful VFL outing, whereas Fischer McAsey and Elliott Himmelberg may also be in rivalry. Kieran Strachan (20 disposals two objectives, 13 marks, 34 hitouts) had a monster sport within the seconds however sadly most likely stays out of the facet, whereas Harry Schoenberg has been banging down the door for weeks within the SANFL and had sufficient robust efficiency with 27 touches. Will Hamill, Josh Rachele and Wayne Milera look like the Crows most liable to popping out of the facet after a lop-sided loss to Gold Coast.
COLLINGWOOD v GWS GIANTS
Sunday June 26, 3:20pm on the MCG
Magpies’ Spherical 13 group
B: B.Maynard, D.Moore, N.Murphy
HB: S.Pendlebury, J.Howe, I.Quaynor
C: W.Hoskin-Elliott, P.Lipinski, J.Noble
HF: J.Crisp, B.Mihocek, J.De Goey
F: J.Ginnivan, O.Henry, S.Sidebottom
FOLL: D.Cameron, T.Adams, J.Daicos
I/C: J.Elliott, B.McCreery, N.Daicos, M.Cox
EMG: T.Brown (sub), F.Macrae, T.Ruscoe, I.Chugg
Crew Ideas: The massive query is whether or not or not Jordan De Goey performs within the fallout from his Bali controversy. The star midfielder/ahead hasn’t but returned to coaching after the membership’s bye, additionally absent from Wednesday’s session. It now looms possible that regardless of De Goey receiving no formal video games suspension by the membership or AFL, he’ll sit out Sunday’s conflict with GWS. Final week’s medical sub Tyler Brown could be the frontrunner to come back into the 22, whereas Callum Brown, Finlay McRae and Caleb Poulter may also be within the combine. However you’d suppose in an ideal world the Pies would’ve gone unchanged after their bye Queen’s Birthday win over the Demons.
Giants’ Spherical 14 group
B: C.Idun, S.Taylor, I.Cumming
HB: A.Kennedy, L.Keeffe, C.Ward
C: J.Riccardi, T.Inexperienced, J.Peatling
HF: S.Coniglio, H.Himmelberg, L.Whitfield
F: Z.Sproule, J.Hogan, T.Greene
FOLL: B.Preuss, J.Kelly, L.Ash
I/C: J.Wehr, T.Bruhn, R.Angwin, N.Haynes
EMG: J.Brander (sub), C.Hamilton, X.O’Halloran
Crew Ideas: It was damage carnage for the Giants final week as Braydon Preuss (ankle), Ryan Angwin (leg) and James Peatling (hamstring) had been all struck down, whereas the previous additionally copped a one-match ban for a harmful on Tim English that left the Canines ruckman with a delayed concussion, and Matt Flynn (quad) was a late out and can miss a number of weeks. It possible leaves Kieren Briggs to come back in for his first sport of the season and deal with primary ruck duties. The Giants also needs to boosted by the returns of Tim Taranto (32 disposals, seven marks) and Phil Davis (24 disposals, 17 marks) after each gamers impressed of their returns from damage through the VFL.
PORT ADELAIDE v GOLD COAST SUNS
Sunday June 26, 4:10pm at Adelaide Oval
Energy’s Spherical 14 group
B: T.Jonas, A.Aliir, D.Houston
HB: R.Burton, T.Clurey, D.Byrne-Jones
C: Ok.Amon, W.Drew, Ok.Farrell
HF: Z.Butters, T.Marshall, C.Rozee
F: J.Finlayson, C.Dixon, S.Powell-Pepper
FOLL: B.Teakle, O.Wines, J.Mead
I/C: M.Georgiades, R.Bonner, L.Jones, M.Frederick
EMG: X.Duursma (sub), S.Mayes, T.Schofield, J.Burgoyne
Crew Ideas: The Energy suffered a double damage blow to Zak Butters and Bryn Teakle towards Sydney in an in any other case optimistic efficiency for Ken Hinkley’s facet. Travis Boak ought to return for from Covid protocols, whereas Sam Hayes would possibly earn a reprieve within the primary ruck function after registering 37 hitouts within the SANFL. Or Port may simply again within the Charlie Dixon-Jeremy Finlayson tandem and play smaller. Final week’s medical sub Xavier Duursma may come into the 22 after a powerful exhibiting after coming into the sport for Butters, and Robbie Grey isn’t any certainty to return as he manages a knee grievance he’s carried all season. Steven Motlop (27 touches, two objectives) and Sam Mayes (32 disposals) additionally impressed within the SANFL to place their palms up for senior choice, whereas Trent Dumont (calf) and Orazio Fantasia (quad) are listed as exams of their returns from their respective accidents.
Suns’ Spherical 14 group
B: S.Lemmens, S.Collins, C.Graham
HB: J.Farrar, C.Ballard, W.Powell
C: C.Budarick, N.Anderson, B.Ellis
HF: B.Ainsworth, M.Chol, N.Holman
F: I.Rankine, L.Casboult, J.Jeffrey
FOLL: J.Witts, M.Rowell, T.Miller
I/C: A.Davies, S.Flanders, O.Markov, D.Swallow
EMG: J.Bowes (sub), S.Day, E.Hollands, D.Macpherson
Crew Ideas: Final week’s win over Adelaide was soured by damage setbacks to Will Powell (ankle) and Joel Jeffrey, whereas Connor Budarick (knee) has been listed as a take a look at. Though the much-improved Suns have the depth to cowl it, with Rory Atkins (36 touches, 11 marks), Brayden Fiorni (32 disposals, one objective) and Chris Burgess (six objectives) all coming off huge VFL outings. Elijah Hollands can also be absolutely not removed from making his AFL debut, whereas Malcolm Rosas must be match to return from sickness.
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