Digby Beacham’s AFL Preview: Round 21

Posted on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025 | Posted by Digby Beacham

THURSDAY

Western Bulldogs v GWS, Marvel Stadium, 5.30pm

The Western Bulldogs’ moment of truth has arrived. Win tonight and stay relevant in the finals conversation. Lose and be prepared to reconcile with the fact September is all but out of reach.

The Giants were humbled by the Bulldogs in the nation’s capital earlier this year, a rare victory by Luke Beveridge’s men against a side domiciled in the top eight. The loss of GWS skipper Toby Greene through suspension, coupled with injuries to Jack Buckley and Josh Kelly, is a concern.

But the Bulldogs will no doubt be mindful of the impact the strike weapons GWS possess — on all lines, including in attack where Jesse Hogan, Aaron Cadman and Jake Stringer loom large.

VERDICT: Western Bulldogs to win

Same Game Multi: Jesse Hogan, Aaron Cadman and Sam Darcy to kick 2+ goals @ $4*

*Odds correct at the time of publication.

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