Cats lose Bailey Smith to illness, Dockers recall Serong: AFL teams and expert tips for round 15

Geelong will face ladder-leaders Fremantle without playmaker Bailey Smith due to illness, while the Dockers welcome back Serong

Justin Tomlinson

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Cats lose Bailey Smith to illness, Dockers recall Serong: AFL teams and expert tips for round 15

Geelong will go into their blockbuster Thursday-night clash against ladder-leaders Fremantle without one of their chief playmakers. Bailey Smith has been ruled out of the Round 15 match due to illness, dealing a blow to the Cats ahead of the highly anticipated encounter.[1][2]

In contrast, the Fremantle Dockers have recalled Serong to their squad for the matchup. The team changes and expert tips shape the preparations for both clubs as they head into the fifteenth round of the AFL season.[1][2]

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