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Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers AFL Tips - Bulldogs to bite with another big win

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Last updated: Thu 19 Jun 2025 11:43

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Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers expert predictions for Sunday’s Round 15 AFL game
The game will be played at Marvel Stadium, with the bounce at 3:20 PM (AEST)
Western Bulldogs expected to secure a win against Richmond Tigers in Round 15, 2025.
Bulldogs show strong form with key players Sam Darcy and Bailey Dale leading.
Richmond struggles with recent poor performances, placing them lower on the ladder.

Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers AFL Tips

Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers, Round 15 2025 - Expert Prediction

Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers, Round 15 2025 - Expert Prediction
Head to Head
Western Bulldogs Form Analysis & Betting Trends
Western Bulldogs Team News
Western Bulldogs Team List
Richmond Tigers Form Analysis & Betting Trends
Richmond Tigers Team News
Richmond Tigers Team List
Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers AFL 2025 Round 15 FAQ’s

The Western Bulldogs are set to pile on the goals against Richmond in Round 15.

Luke Beveridge’s side have bullied sides below them on the ladder in recent times and come off a 72-point victory over St Kilda in Round 14.

The Bulldogs sit in 8th position on the ladder with a 7-6 win-loss record, while Richmond are languishing in 17th at 3-10.

The Tigers had the bye in Round 14. Prior to that they managed a paltry scoreline of 4.12 in a 44-point loss to Sydney, who have hardly been flying of late.

Expect the Bulldogs to get on top in centre clearances and disposals, providing the likes of Sam Darcy plenty of opportunities up forward. Take them to cover the line.

The Western Bulldogs have won their past four against sides in the bottom half of the ladder by an average margin of 81 points.
The Bulldogs are 2nd for scoring in the past five rounds, Richmond are 17th.
Bailey Dale is averaging 34 disposals in the past five rounds.
The Bulldogs won by 91 points the last time these two sides met

Head to Head

The Western Bulldogs have won the past three matches between the two sides. They were 91-point winners the last time the two sides met. Adam Treloar picked up 41 disposals in that match, while Sam Darcy and Aaron Naughton both kicked four goals.

Marcus Bontempell, Adam Treloar and Bailey Dale have all averaged 30 disposals in their past four matches against Richmond. Aaron Naughton has kicked 12 goals from his past three against the Tigers.

Western Bulldogs Form Analysis & Betting Trends

Recent Form

Last 5 W/L	Last 5 ATS	Last 5 O/U
2-3	2-3	3-2

The Bulldogs top the competition for centre clearances in the past five rounds, while they are 2nd for disposals and scoring. Despite this, they have won just twice in that period, producing a 91-point win over Essendon as well as their triumph over St Kilda.

They have won the past four against sides below them on the ladder by an average margin of 81 points. Sam Darcy returned from injury against St Kilda with a three-goal performance, while Aaron Naughton also booted three.

Bailey Dale, Tom Liberatore and Ed Richards rank in the top 20 players of the competition for disposals in the past five weeks, averaging 34, 28 and 27 respectively.

2025 Betting Trends

ATS	Over/Under	1-39	40+
7-6	8-5	3-6	4-0

Western Bulldogs Team News

All Bulldogs, including Sam Darcy, got through the St Kilda match unscathed and will have benefitted from the big break between matches. James Harmes (concussion) and Jason Johannisen (hamstring) are edging closer towards a return.

Western Bulldogs Team List

B: N.Coffield, J.O’Donnell, B.Williams

HB: L.Bramble, R.Lobb, B.Dale

C: R.Sanders, E.Richards, J.Freijah

HF: A.Treloar, A.Naughton, M.Kennedy

F: L.Vandermeer, S.Darcy, R.West

FOLL: T.English, M.Bontempelli - C, T.Liberatore

I/C (FROM): J.Busslinger, S.Davidson, J.Dolan, J.Harmes, C.Hynes, L.Jaques, B.Khamis, L.McNeil

In: - N.Coffield, J.Busslinger, J.Harmes, L.Jaques

Out: - L.Cleary (Omitted)

Richmond Tigers Form Analysis & Betting Trends

Recent Form

Last 5 W/L	Last 5 ATS	Last 5 O/U
1-4	3-2	0-5

Since knocking over West Coast by two points back in Round 9, Richmond have lost four in a row. Three of those five matches have been decided by less than a goal, including a Round 12 defeat to GWS when they seemingly had that match in the bag.

The Tigers rank 17th for disposals and scoring over the past five rounds, averaging just 65 points per game. They booted just four goals against Sydney and only one after quarter time. Seth Campbell has kicked seven in the past five rounds.

Tim Taranto picked up 25 disposals against Sydney, while Jacob Hopper had 22. That pair are averaging 26 disposals apiece in 2025. Despite the presence of this pair, Richmond are 17th for clearances and 18th for centre clearances over the past five rounds.

2025 Betting Trends

ATS	Over/Under	1-39	40+
7-6	3-10	3-5	0-5

Richmond Tigers Team News

Richmond looked a tad fatigued against Sydney and with a number of young bodies, would have welcomed the recent bye. Jayden Short is a chance to return, bringing some much needed experience.

Richmond Tigers Team List

B: B.Miller, N.Balta, N.Broad

HB: S.Banks, T.Brown, N.Vlastuin

C: H.Ralphsmith, D.Prestia, L.Trainor

HF: J.Ross, S.Campbell, S.Green

F: R.Mansell, T.Lynch, J.Faull

FOLL: T.Nankervis - C, T.Taranto, J.Hopper

I/C (FROM): K.Smith, K.McIntosh, J.Blight, T.Sonsie, T.Sims, J.Trezise, M.Lefau, J.Alger

In: - J.Blight, J.Trezise, M.Lefau, J.Alger

Out: - K.McAuliffe (Injured)

Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers AFL 2025 Round 15 FAQ’s

How to watch Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers AFL 2025 Round 15?

You can watch the Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers AFL 2025 Round 15 game via Fox Sports or Kayo Sports. If you are watching from outside of Australia the WatchAFL app is the perfect solution.

How to buy tickets to Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers AFL 2025 Round 15?

To buy tickets to the Western Bulldogs vs Richmond Tigers AFL 2025 Round 15 game check the AFL website or the official Western Bulldogs site.

Verdict

Western Bulldogs v Richmond Tigers

Bulldogs to win big with Darcy and Dale on fire

Western Bulldogs -48.5

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