Star forwards Jake Waterman and Liam Ryan are set to bolster West Coast’s attack for Saturday’s clash with Carlton in Gather Round.
The All-Australian duo are welcome inclusions in the final 23 alongside key defender Harry Edwards and exciting wingman Jack Hutchinson.
Edwards returns to battle the Blues’ twin pillars in attack, Coleman medallists Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay, alongside second-gamer Sandy Brock.
Hutchinson and Waterman have both been sidelined for the past three matches due to injuries sustained in round one, while Ryan missed the loss to Greater Western Sydney.
Earlier on Thursday, Eagles coach Andrew McQualter confirmed midfielder Tim Kelly would be omitted from the Blues clash and play for the WAFL Eagles on Friday night against Subiaco.
West Coast has also left out Tyler Brockman, Tom Cole and Noah Long following a tough 81-point defeat against the Giants.
Harvey Johnston, Matt Flynn and Cole are emergencies for the 12.50pm local time bouncedown at Adelaide Oval.
The match will be broadcast live on Fox Footy and Kayo nationally, but will be delayed on Channel 7 and 7-plus in WA.
Carlton v West Coast Eagles
Round 5 Sat 12 Apr 2025, 3:20 AM
Adelaide Oval, Adelaide • SA
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