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Smith’s Jabs, a Controversial Mark and Scott’s ‘Inside Info’ Cap a Classic Worthy of September

Geelong defeated the Western Bulldogs 20.7 to 16.17 in a Thursday night match at GMHBA Stadium, featuring midfielder Bailey Smith's first game against his former club.
Smith's transfer to Geelong last October sparked ongoing tension as he openly criticized his former team and relished the spotlight of the highly anticipated game.
Despite battling a shin injury that required several painkilling injections, Smith delivered a standout performance with a game-high tally across disposals, clearances, and tackles, finishing with noticeable scratches following a late-quarter confrontation.
Smith expressed appreciation for Geelong’s supportive environment that allows players to remain authentic, crediting the club for embracing him warmly following a difficult previous year, and emphasized his commitment to repay that trust through hard work after the match.
Smith's strong performance reinforced his Brownlow Medal contention and suggested his fresh start at Geelong could prolong his career while fueling the rivalry with his former side.

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Sydney Morning Herald

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Smith’s jabs, a controversial mark and Scott’s ‘inside info’ cap a classic worthy of September

Geelong showed grit to win a tight game against the Bulldogs with Bailey Smith again attracting headlines when he revealed he needed four jabs in the shin to play.

2 days ago·Sydney, Australia

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7NEWS Australia

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Bailey Smith gets last laugh over Bulldogs in feisty thriller

The Cats star wore ‘nasty’ scratches on his neck and knew which ex-teammate might’ve been responsible.

2 days ago·Australia

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ABC Australia

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'Hopefully we see them in September': Smith already eyeing rematch after close win

Bailey Smith said he probably wouldn't have played in the Cats close win over the Dogs if it wasn't against his old side as he's battling a shin injury.

2 days ago·Australia

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Zero Hanger

Geelong star reveals surprise injury that shocks coach

Geelong coach Chris Scott was shocked to learn his star player Bailey Smith nearly missed Thursday night's clash with his former club due to a shin injury.

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PerthNow

Bailey Smith's new barb pours fuel on Cats-Dogs rivalry

Geelong recruit Bailey Smith has poured more fuel on the fire in his ongoing rivalry with the Western Bulldogs with another pointed dig at his former club.

2 days ago·City of Perth, Australia

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The Queenslander

Bailey Smith’s new barb pours fuel on Cats-Dogs rivalry

Geelong midfielder Bailey Smith has ensured simmering tension with the Western Bulldogs will continue after taking another unprompted swipe at his former club. Smith relished the spotlight in his first encounter with the Bulldogs, starring in the Cats’ 20.7 (127) to 16.17 (113) win at GMHBA Stadium on Thursday night. The 24-year-old had was the centre of attention after lighting the fuse for the grudge match with several verbal barbs during the …

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