SUMMARY
The Bulldogs have lost the past two encounters against Richmond, and will be desperate to break that trend on the big stage of Saturday night football. But the Tigers have hit some strong form, as demonstrated in last Saturday's clinical win over Adelaide, and deserve to be warm favourites to win this battle and further strengthen their finals chances.
WHERE AND WHEN: Etihad Stadium, Saturday 22 June, 7.40pm (AEST)
TV AND RADIO: Click here for broadcast guide
LAST FIVE TIMES
R3, 2013, Richmond 20.15 (135) d Western Bulldogs 10.8 (68) at Etihad Stadium
R20, 2012, Richmond 22.18 (150) d Western Bulldogs 12.8 (80) at the MCG
R8, 2011, Western Bulldogs 23.15 (153) d Richmond 18.10 (118) at Etihad Stadium
R2, 2010, Western Bulldogs 17.18 (120) d Richmond 7.6 (48) at the MCG
R11, 2009, Western Bulldogs 24.13 (157) d Richmond 14.5 (89) at Etihad Stadium
THE SIX POINTS
1. Western Bulldogs and Richmond clash for a second time this season after the Tigers were big winners in round three, by 67-points at Etihad Stadium. Trent Cotchin and Dustin Martin starred, and have hit red-hot form this season, sitting 21st and 37th in the Official AFL Player Ratings respectively.
2. This will be the 149th clash between the sides with Richmond winning 77 games to 69. They have also drawn twice.
3. Star forward Jack Riewoldt enjoys an impressive record against the Bulldogs kicking 21 goals in seven games, with hauls of four or more three times.
4. Did you know the last time these teams met in round 13 was in 1967 at the MCG? The Tigers won by 72 points.
5. Richmond continues to be the worst tackling side in 2013, averaging just 54.7 per game. The Bulldogs are ranked fifth with 64.8 per game.
6. The Bulldogs are ranked second this season for centre clearances, while Richmond is equal 7th.
