We've officially reached the halfway point of the 2023 AFL season and, the Swans Official Tipping Competition, presented by Bitcoin.com.au.
Four teams will enjoy a mid-season break in Round 12 with just seven matches scheduled. Melbourne and Port Adelaide are expected to win at home while the Western Bulldogs are a chance of winning against the reigning premiers, Geelong Cats, at Marvel Stadium.
Just two points separate our expert tippers from first and fourth after last week's upsets tightened the playing field. Check out the expert predictions below and be sure to get your own tips in by Friday, here.
ROUND 12
EXPERT TIPPERS
Nick Davis:
After playing 71 games for Collingwood between 1999 and 2002, Nick Davis was recruited by the Sydney Swans and played a further 97 games for the Club. After a stint in NRL, the 2005 premiership-winning forward and goal kicking specialist now resides with the Swans as Academy Head Coach for the U18 Female side.
Meg Lanning:
Meg Lanning became a household name in women's cricket when she was named the youngest ever captain of the national team. She is currently the longest-serving captain and is ranked the number one batter for T20 International cricket. Lanning also serves as a proud Sydney Swans ambassador.
Sarah Olle:
Sarah Olle boasts an impressive career as a sports journalist. Hailing from Melbourne, Olle has had a by-line in The Roar and worked as a journalist and digital producer for Fox Sports. The revered writer is currently at afl.com.au, where she can be seen commenting on the biggest stories in the code.
Vince Rugari:
Vince Rugari has over 13 years of experience in the Australian media landscape and has worked as a sports journalist for the Sydney Morning Herald for the past four years. Rugari has past credits in Australian Associated Press and the Cairns Post.
Charlotte the Dog:
Charlotte the King Charles Cavalier spends her weekends watching football, chasing footballs, and every now and then eating footballs. Like the Swans, Charlotte was born in Melbourne but now lives in the Harbour City. An avid football fan since she was a puppy, Charlotte is so passionate about the Swans that even her fur is red and white. Luke “Barker” and Tom “Pupley” are among her favourite players.
