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All-Australian Dogs midfielder learns fate after scans

It comes despite fears of a longer term injury.

Jonty Ralphsmith - April 12, 2026

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Surprise injury verdict on star Bulldog

Finally, some good news as Dogs prepare for Cats.

Mark Stevens - April 12, 2026

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Not happy Sam: Hawthorn coach delivers chilling spray to steady the ship

A rampaging Sam Mitchell took no prisoners in a three-quarter-time address that rallied his charges.

Harrison McIlwaine - April 12, 2026

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Bulldogs jet grounded after surprise inclusion

The midfielder will spend time accompanying his ruckman on the pine in coming weeks.

Harrison McIlwaine - April 12, 2026

2026 AFL Fixtures & Schedule

FULL TIME: Hawthorn vs Bulldogs – Round 5, 2026

The Hawthorn Hawks face the Western Bulldogs in Round 5 of the 2026 AFL season. Follow the live scores, team lists, match statistics and key moments from the game at Adelaide Oval.

Zero Hanger - April 11, 2026

AFL Editorial and Opinion

Ranking the top 10 South Australian-born players

Miles Earl - April 9, 2026

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Western Bulldogs unveil debutant as English replacement

Aidan Cellini - April 9, 2026

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Ruck roulette: AFL sides gamble without proven second options

Jonty Ralphsmith - April 8, 2026

Craft of the Draft

AFL Draft: The leading father-son and Academy prospects your club has ties to in 2026

Mitch Keating - March 27, 2026

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Mixed news for Bulldogs as defender suffers setback

All-Australian Dogs midfielder learns fate after scans

Pump the Brakes: This Dog is most deserving of a Kennel crown

Surprise injury verdict on star Bulldog

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 11: Sam Mitchell, Senior Coach of the Hawks looks on during the round five AFL match between Hawthorn Hawks and Western Bulldogs at Adelaide Oval, on April 11, 2026, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Jonathan DiMaggio/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Not happy Sam: Hawthorn coach delivers chilling spray to steady the...

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 10: Ed Richards of the Bulldogs and Cam Mackenzie of the Hawks during the 2026 AFL Round 05 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Western Bulldogs at Adelaide Oval on April 10, 2026 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Bulldogs jet grounded after surprise inclusion

AFLW News

Ex-Pie Callum Brown links up with VFL outfit

Former Collingwood father-son joins coaching ranks

Every pick, prospect from the 2024 AFLW Draft

Every pick, prospect from the 2024 AFLW Draft

Key Bulldogs trio generating interest as expansion threat looms

Western Bulldogs AFLW match relocated amid club-wide frustrations

Dropped Dog's selection statement, GWS youngster puts hand up for debut: VFL wrap

Premiership Bulldog added to 2024 AFLW coaching panel

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2022 AFL SEASON

All-Australian Dogs midfielder learns fate after scans

Surprise injury verdict on star Bulldog

Not happy Sam: Hawthorn coach delivers chilling spray to steady the ship

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AFL umpire backs introduction of 'captain's challenge'

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 21: Luke Beveridge, Head Coach of the Bulldogs watches on during the round two AFL match between Footscray Bulldogs (Western Bulldogs) and Collingwood Magpies at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on March 21, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/AFL Photos/Getty Images)

Scans reveal nature of Dogs’ injuries

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 05: Arthur Jones (left) and Tim English of the Bulldogs are seen on the bench after injuries during the 2026 AFL Round 04 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Essendon Bombers at Marvel Stadium on April 5, 2026 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Western Bulldogs sweat on injuries to key trio

LIVE: Bulldogs vs Essendon – Round 4, 2026

FULL TIME: Bulldogs vs Essendon – Round 4, 2026

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 28: Josh Dolan of the Bulldogs marks the ball during the 2025 AFL Round 03 match between the Carlton Blues and the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium on March 28, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

FINAL TEAMS: Bulldogs vs Essendon – Round 4, 2026

Western Bulldogs Training Session

Western Bulldogs veteran a late out of VFL

Bulldogs seek answers over Good Friday axing

Ranking the top 10 Good Friday performances

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Beveridge: All-Australian Western Bulldog no lock to return

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 13: Debutant, Sam Lalor of the Tigers celebrates his first league goal during the 2025 AFL Round 01 match between the Richmond Tigers and the Carlton Blues at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 13, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos)

Ranking the top 10 second-year players in the AFL

Essendon facing "good problem" amid tall reshuffle ahead of Geelong clash

“I disagree with Garry”: Essendon’s Scott on Melbourne great’s concussion take

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 13: Zak Butters of the Power celebrates at full time during the round five AFL match between Port Adelaide Power and Hawthorn Hawks at Adelaide Oval, on April 13, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

BREAKING: Port Adelaide star to join Victorian club

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 10: Ryley Sanders of the Bulldogs handballs during the round 22 AFL match between Melbourne Demons and Western Bulldogs at Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 10, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Western Bulldogs young gun makes contract call amid Tassie links

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 07: Khaled El Souki of the Jets completes the 20m sprint test during the Talent League Boys 2026 Testing Day at La Trobe University Sports Stadium on March 7th, 2026 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Craig Dooley/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

AFL Draft: The leading father-son and Academy prospects your club has...

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Dogs’ Rolls Royce glides into pole position as the top 10...

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 20: Tom Liberatore of the Bulldogs kicks for goal during the round two AFL match between Adelaide Crows and Western Bulldogs at Adelaide Oval, on March 20, 2026, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Bulldog the latest victim amid surge in hamstring injuries