Tigers in 2023
The Tigers had another down year in 2022, though they made finals they bowed out in week 1.
An aging list with a few decent youngsters and recruits, they could pick up this year with Taranto and Hopper good prospects as scoring options.
Bulldogs in 2023
Bulldogs fans should hold high hopes for 2023, despite the disappointing end to 2022. Finishing just below the Tigers in round 23, the Dogs were also eliminated in week one of the finals.
The Dogs have a number of decent stars and youngsters so look for them to lift this year.
Richmond vs Bulldogs through the years
The Richmond Tigers and the Western Bulldogs have a storied history in the AFL, with their matches dating back to the early days of the league. Over the years, the two sides have played each other in numerous memorable and historic games, which have become a part of AFL folklore.
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The first ever match between the Tigers and the Bulldogs took place in 1925, with Richmond emerging victorious by a comfortable margin. Over the next few decades, the two sides would continue to play each other regularly, with the rivalry between the two teams growing stronger with each match.
One of the most memorable matches between the Tigers and the Bulldogs took place in 1967, when the two sides met in the Grand Final. In what was a tense and hard-fought battle, Richmond emerged victorious, securing their first premiership in over 20 years. This match would go down in history as one of the greatest Grand Finals in the history of the AFL.
In the years that followed, the Tigers and the Bulldogs continued to play each other regularly, with both teams enjoying periods of success. In the 1990s, the Bulldogs would enjoy a strong run of form, making it to the Grand Final in 1997, where they would eventually lose to Adelaide.
One of the most recent and notable matches between the Tigers and the Bulldogs took place in the 2016 Grand Final. In what was a thrilling match, the Bulldogs secured a historic victory over the heavily-favored Richmond, breaking a 62-year premiership drought in the process.
The rivalry between the two sides has only grown stronger over the years, and the matches between the Tigers and the Bulldogs are now considered some of the most exciting and entertaining in the AFL.
The last 41 seconds of the 2017 Round 7 match is well worth a watch.
The history of the Richmond Tigers vs Western Bulldogs matches in the AFL is a rich and fascinating one, filled with memorable moments, legendary players, and thrilling matches.
Later in the year the two teams meet again at Marvel Stadium in Round 21. While the date and time isn’t confirmed yet you can lock in your Western Bulldogs v Richmond tickets already
These two sides will continue to face each other for many years to come, and their matches will always be a highlight of the AFL season.
