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The Advertiser
31-07-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Rampant Bulldogs slay Giants in AFL finals warning
The Western Bulldogs have made an emphatic statement in their bid for an AFL finals berth as Tim English and Marcus Bontempelli led an 88-point rout of GWS. Aaron Naughton and Sam Darcy feasted on their engine room's dominance, combining for 10 goals in the Bulldogs' 19.18 (132) to 6.8 (44) victory at Marvel Stadium on Thursday night. Luke Beveridge's men entered the contest with huge queries over their ability to compete with the best, winning just one of nine previous encounters with top-eight teams. They provided some answers with a commanding performance - their second win over the Giants this season - that lifted them into eighth position ahead of the weekend's games. The Bulldogs (12-8) kicked 11 of the first 12 goals on their way to a 67-point lead before halftime and were never challenged by a lacklustre opponent. Key statistics told the tale; the Dogs dominated contested possession (137-86), clearances (41-24) and inside-50s (58-36). "We understand the criticism around not necessarily being able to eke our way further up the ladder and beating some teams above us," Beveridge said. "We get that and we've just got to own up to all of that. "But along the way there hasn't been a game where we haven't been really thankful that the players have put in and done their best and tried to get everything out of themselves. "Tonight was another one where the application was there right across the 23 players and it was obviously a terrific start. "The cold, hard facts say that we need to keep winning, so it's one down and a handful to go." Ruck star English (20 touches, 11 marks, two goals) was everywhere as captain Bontempelli, Tom Liberatore, Matt Kennedy and Ed Richards all got their hands dirty. Key forwards Naughton and Darcy (five goals each) fired in attack with Lachlan McNeil (three). GWS (13-7) had won their previous six games but lacked spark and were unable to overcome the loss of suspended skipper Toby Greene. Giants coach Adam Kingsley conceded it was the worst defeat of his three seasons in charge. "We got belted in the contest, plain and simple," he said. "It was minus 51 in the end. You can't really compete when you're getting belted like that." Kingsley felt his players were "off" but was at a loss as to why, also noting GWS have now lost nine of their last 10 meetings with the Bulldogs. "The Bulldogs were clearly playing for their season and it just felt like we weren't, so that's disappointing," Kingsley said. "They were really strong and they've been like that against us in the past for a number of times that we've played them. "They're a bit of a hump that we haven't been able to get over." Making matters worse for GWS, Toby McMullin's season could be over after he was subbed out with a suspected ankle syndesmosis injury. And there is doubt over spearhead Jesse Hogan for next week's clash with North Melbourne after his sore foot flared up. Lachie Ash (36) and Lachie Whitfield (29) had plenty of touches but the Giants had few players who could hold their heads high. Jake Riccardi and Aaron Cadman finished with two goals each for GWS. The Western Bulldogs have made an emphatic statement in their bid for an AFL finals berth as Tim English and Marcus Bontempelli led an 88-point rout of GWS. Aaron Naughton and Sam Darcy feasted on their engine room's dominance, combining for 10 goals in the Bulldogs' 19.18 (132) to 6.8 (44) victory at Marvel Stadium on Thursday night. Luke Beveridge's men entered the contest with huge queries over their ability to compete with the best, winning just one of nine previous encounters with top-eight teams. They provided some answers with a commanding performance - their second win over the Giants this season - that lifted them into eighth position ahead of the weekend's games. The Bulldogs (12-8) kicked 11 of the first 12 goals on their way to a 67-point lead before halftime and were never challenged by a lacklustre opponent. Key statistics told the tale; the Dogs dominated contested possession (137-86), clearances (41-24) and inside-50s (58-36). "We understand the criticism around not necessarily being able to eke our way further up the ladder and beating some teams above us," Beveridge said. "We get that and we've just got to own up to all of that. "But along the way there hasn't been a game where we haven't been really thankful that the players have put in and done their best and tried to get everything out of themselves. "Tonight was another one where the application was there right across the 23 players and it was obviously a terrific start. "The cold, hard facts say that we need to keep winning, so it's one down and a handful to go." Ruck star English (20 touches, 11 marks, two goals) was everywhere as captain Bontempelli, Tom Liberatore, Matt Kennedy and Ed Richards all got their hands dirty. Key forwards Naughton and Darcy (five goals each) fired in attack with Lachlan McNeil (three). GWS (13-7) had won their previous six games but lacked spark and were unable to overcome the loss of suspended skipper Toby Greene. Giants coach Adam Kingsley conceded it was the worst defeat of his three seasons in charge. "We got belted in the contest, plain and simple," he said. "It was minus 51 in the end. You can't really compete when you're getting belted like that." Kingsley felt his players were "off" but was at a loss as to why, also noting GWS have now lost nine of their last 10 meetings with the Bulldogs. "The Bulldogs were clearly playing for their season and it just felt like we weren't, so that's disappointing," Kingsley said. "They were really strong and they've been like that against us in the past for a number of times that we've played them. "They're a bit of a hump that we haven't been able to get over." Making matters worse for GWS, Toby McMullin's season could be over after he was subbed out with a suspected ankle syndesmosis injury. And there is doubt over spearhead Jesse Hogan for next week's clash with North Melbourne after his sore foot flared up. Lachie Ash (36) and Lachie Whitfield (29) had plenty of touches but the Giants had few players who could hold their heads high. Jake Riccardi and Aaron Cadman finished with two goals each for GWS. The Western Bulldogs have made an emphatic statement in their bid for an AFL finals berth as Tim English and Marcus Bontempelli led an 88-point rout of GWS. Aaron Naughton and Sam Darcy feasted on their engine room's dominance, combining for 10 goals in the Bulldogs' 19.18 (132) to 6.8 (44) victory at Marvel Stadium on Thursday night. Luke Beveridge's men entered the contest with huge queries over their ability to compete with the best, winning just one of nine previous encounters with top-eight teams. They provided some answers with a commanding performance - their second win over the Giants this season - that lifted them into eighth position ahead of the weekend's games. The Bulldogs (12-8) kicked 11 of the first 12 goals on their way to a 67-point lead before halftime and were never challenged by a lacklustre opponent. Key statistics told the tale; the Dogs dominated contested possession (137-86), clearances (41-24) and inside-50s (58-36). "We understand the criticism around not necessarily being able to eke our way further up the ladder and beating some teams above us," Beveridge said. "We get that and we've just got to own up to all of that. "But along the way there hasn't been a game where we haven't been really thankful that the players have put in and done their best and tried to get everything out of themselves. "Tonight was another one where the application was there right across the 23 players and it was obviously a terrific start. "The cold, hard facts say that we need to keep winning, so it's one down and a handful to go." Ruck star English (20 touches, 11 marks, two goals) was everywhere as captain Bontempelli, Tom Liberatore, Matt Kennedy and Ed Richards all got their hands dirty. Key forwards Naughton and Darcy (five goals each) fired in attack with Lachlan McNeil (three). GWS (13-7) had won their previous six games but lacked spark and were unable to overcome the loss of suspended skipper Toby Greene. Giants coach Adam Kingsley conceded it was the worst defeat of his three seasons in charge. "We got belted in the contest, plain and simple," he said. "It was minus 51 in the end. You can't really compete when you're getting belted like that." Kingsley felt his players were "off" but was at a loss as to why, also noting GWS have now lost nine of their last 10 meetings with the Bulldogs. "The Bulldogs were clearly playing for their season and it just felt like we weren't, so that's disappointing," Kingsley said. "They were really strong and they've been like that against us in the past for a number of times that we've played them. "They're a bit of a hump that we haven't been able to get over." Making matters worse for GWS, Toby McMullin's season could be over after he was subbed out with a suspected ankle syndesmosis injury. And there is doubt over spearhead Jesse Hogan for next week's clash with North Melbourne after his sore foot flared up. Lachie Ash (36) and Lachie Whitfield (29) had plenty of touches but the Giants had few players who could hold their heads high. Jake Riccardi and Aaron Cadman finished with two goals each for GWS.
Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Rampant Bulldogs slay Giants in AFL finals warning
The Western Bulldogs have made an emphatic statement in their bid for an AFL finals berth as Marcus Bontempelli and Tim English led an 88-point rout of GWS. Aaron Naughton and Sam Darcy feasted on their engine room's dominance, combining for 10 goals in the Bulldogs' 19.18 (132) to 6.8 (44) victory at Marvel Stadium on Thursday night. Luke Beveridge's men entered the contest with huge queries over their ability to compete with the best, winning just one of nine previous encounters with top-eight teams. They provided some answers with a commanding performance - their second win over the Giants this season - that lifted them into eighth position ahead of the weekend's games. The Bulldogs (12-8) kicked 11 of the first 12 goals on their way to a 67-point lead before halftime and were never challenged by a lacklustre opponent. Key statistics told the tale; the Dogs dominated contested possession (137-86), clearances (41-24) and inside-50s (58-36). Captain Bontempelli (27 disposals, nine clearances) was outstanding and ruck star English (20 touches, 11 marks, two goals) was everywhere as Tom Liberatore, Matt Kennedy and Ed Richards all got their hands dirty. Key forwards Naughton and Darcy (five goals each) fired in attack with Lachlan McNeil (three). GWS (13-7) lacked spark and were unable to overcome the loss of suspended skipper Toby Greene as they suffered their first defeat in almost two months. Lachie Ash (36) and Lachie Whitfield (29) had plenty of touches but the Giants had few players who could hold their heads high in the heaviest loss of coach Adam Kingsley's three-season tenure. Jake Stringer (eight touches, one goal) had a quiet night against one of his former clubs and was jeered by Bulldogs fans throughout. Toby McMullin's ankle injury forced his substitution before halftime and added to the Giants' woes. GWS produced a remarkable 79-point turnaround in their derby win over Sydney last round but never looked likely to pull off a comeback against the Bulldogs after another slow start. "We played maybe our worst half in three years."Tom Green addresses the Giants' poor start against the Dogs.#AFLDogsGiants — AFL (@AFL) July 31, 2025 Darcy kicked two early goals as the Dogs controlled territory - 20-5 inside-50s - and piled on 6.5 to 1.2 in the opening term. The Giants' only goal in that time came through Jake Riccardi in unusual circumstances, when play was allowed to continue in the vicinity of a second ball that was thrown from the crowd onto the field. Ever see two footballs on the field at the same time? 😯#AFLDogsGiants — AFL (@AFL) July 31, 2025 The landslide continued in the second quarter and a run of eight consecutive goals to the home side blew the contest wide open. The Dogs led 12.9 to 3.2 at the main break and cruised to victory in the second half. Riccardi and Aaron Cadman finished with two goals each for GWS.
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Aussie sporting power couple Tim English and Rudi Ellis announce their engagement - as she shows off her stunning unique ring
AFL player Tim English is set to tie the knot with his long-term girlfriend and netball star Rudi Ellis. The 27-year-old Western Bulldogs ruck announced the couple's engagement on Instagram on Tuesday and posted several photos of the happy moment. In one picture, Tim can be seen smiling next to his love against a beautiful landscape at sunset. A second photo showed off Rudi's stunning ring which features a gold band with three separate oval diamonds. Rudi, who plays netball for the Melbourne Vixens, shared Tim's post to her own Instagram account. According to the Herald Sun, Tim popped the question on Monday. Both of the couple's Instagram accounts have been flooded with messages of well-wishers, including one from Rudi's teammate Kiera Austin, who gushed 'YAY LOVERS.' Meanwhile, Collingwood player said 'Wow, this is special, congrats guys.' The Western Bulldogs and Melbourne Vixens also sent messages of congratulations to the pair. Known as a strong ruckman, Tim kicked off his career with the Western Bulldogs in 2017. He has since racked up an impressive 140 games with the side and kicked a solid 81 goals. Rudi has played first class netball in Perth with the West Coast Fever and also took to the court for the Queensland Firebirds before joining the Melbourne Vixens. In 2023, she moved to Melbourne to be closer to her family and this year became part of the Origin Australian Diamonds squad. 'A big shift moving back to Melbourne was being surrounded by loved ones,' she told last month. 'I guess that really makes me quite happy off court, which then translate on court.'
Perth Now
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Aussie power-couple announce engagement with dazzling ring
An Australian sporting power-couple have dazzled fans with an exciting life update. Western Bulldogs ruckman Tim English and netballer Rudi Ellis shared the news of their engagement on Tuesday and the ring is huge. The pair posted a selfie of themselves beaming wide smiles along with a picture of the ring on Ellis's finger which features three massive tear-shaped diamonds. The photos have been flooded with comments from excited friends and followers. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. 'YAY LOVERS ❤️❤️❤️,' Ellis's Melbourne Vixens teammate Kiera Austin commented. 'Wow this is special, congrats guys ❤️❤️,' Collingwood football player Patrick Lipinski wrote. 'OMG STOP!!! No way!!! Congrats guys! In love with the ring 💜,' another person said. The newly-engaged couple share a love for competing in team sports at a professional level. Tim English is the ruckman for the Western Bulldogs. Credit: Tim English / Instagram / Instagram English made his senior debut for the Bulldogs in 2017 and earned his maiden All Australian blazer in 2023, rounding off a remarkable individual season. Ellis is a defender on the netball court and currently represents the Melbourne Vixens after stints with the West Coast Fever and Queensland Firebirds. In a recent interview with Ellis reflected on her move to Melbourne in 2023 to be closer to her family and her now-fiance, English. Ellis currently represents the Melbourne Vixens after stints with the West Coast Fever and Queensland Firebirds. Credit: Rudi Ellis / Instagram / Instagram 'A big shift moving back to Melbourne was being surrounded by loved ones, and I guess that really makes me quite happy off court, which then translate on court,' Ellis explained. 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for Ellis who not only now has a diamond ring on her finger, but has also broken through to debut in the Origin Australian Diamonds squad. 'From having this opportunity and a small snippet of what Diamonds life is like, I really want to work super hard in my SSN environment and work on the things that I can be better at in a netball sense so that I can really bring it for next year' Ellis told
News.com.au
03-05-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
A Port star is set for MRO scrutiny after their heavy loss to the Dogs
The Western Bulldogs have put the competition on notice with a 90-point statement win over Port Adelaide in Ballarat. After a tight start to the game in windy conditions at Mars Stadium, the Dogs kicked 18 goals to the Power's three after quarter-time in a complete domination, 20.11 (131) to 5.11 (41). FOX FOOTY, available on Kayo Sports, is the only place to watch every match of every round in the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season LIVE in 4K, with no ad-breaks during play. New to Kayo? Get your first month for just $1. Limited-time offer. Tim English (27 touches, 30 hit-outs, three goals, game-high 17 score involvements) was enormous and Adam Treloar (27 disposals) didn't miss a beat in his return from injury. The likes of Marcus Bontempelli (23 touches, three goals), Ed Richards (30 disposals, two goals) and Matthew Kennedy (26 touches) also shone through the midfield. It marked the Dogs' third straight victory to climb into the top four, if only momentarily, despite battling a horror injury run in the early rounds of the season. The Power meanwhile had their three-game winning streak snapped, while Willie Rioli could come under scrutiny from the Match Review Officer for an off-ball hit on Bailey Dale. Make it three straight wins — and convincing wins at that — for the Bulldogs as Luke Beveridge's side continued its strong form. After navigating injuries, the Jamarra Ugle-Hagan situation and Beveridge's own uncertain future in the early rounds, the 5-3 Dogs are arguably playing as well as they have since that 2016 flag run. So big was this victory in Ballarat that it saw the Dogs improve their percentage to 127 – third behind only Gold Coast and Collingwood. Beveridge is simply coaching as well as we've seen during his time at the Kennel and surely in line for a contract extension beyond this year. His side clearly played the windy conditions in country Victoria better than Port Adelaide to control play and field position in Saturday afternoon's clash. Four-time premiership Hawk Jordan Lewis believes the Dogs 'played the conditions perfectly'. 'They've been able to control the ball by kick mark, which Port haven't been able to do,' he said. 'A little bit too classy.' English, who was best-on-ground, was proud of the way his side's 'brand' adapted to the windy conditions. 'We were just trying to play our brand of football,' the star ruckman told Fox Footy post-match. 'Obviously there's changes in the numbers game playing against the breeze and with the breeze. 'We tried to play our brand and use some short hit ups and able to get it in deep to our forwards, who provided a great contest.' It's frightening to consider the Dogs are only just starting to get their troops back now. After welcoming the likes of Bontempelli and Treloar back into the fold in recent weeks, we're starting to see Beveridge's side at full strength. Couple that with how well the team has been playing this year when undermanned and there's so much potential at Whitten Oval in 2025. Just when we were staring to gain confidence in Port Adelaide during a three-game winning streak, this feels like a big regression. The Power were made to look second rate in Ballarat in a disappointing showing from Ken Hinkley's 4-4 side against an opponent it was seen as equal enough to. It's a result that could be soured by Rioli having a potential Match Review Officer case to answer for following an off-ball hit to Dale in the third quarter. 'You can see (Rioli) trying to get away then makes contact with Bailey,' former Hawks sharpshooter Ben Dixon said. 'Willie was a little bit disappointed with himself when he came off the ground. 'The MRO will surely have a look at that one.'
