Ed Richards calls wildcard final round 25, AFL CEO Dillon hits back
Ed Richards said the wildcard final is not a real final. He called it 'round 25'. AFL CEO Dillon responded by noting the Bulldogs rarely play in big crowds.
Why it mattersThe AFL has classified wildcard games as finals to extend the season and boost interest. But players questioning that could damage the format's credibility if more people agree.
AustraliaThe wildcard expansion is a new feature of the Australian football finals series this year, affecting playoff stakes and crowd records for clubs like the Bulldogs.
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