The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Brisbane Lions at 1.28 — an implied 73% chance. Carlton Blues upset it.

• Brisbane Lions: opened 1.29, closed 1.28 (73%)
• Carlton Blues: opened 3.40, closed 3.45 (27%)

Half-time: Carlton Blues 117 - 75 Brisbane Lions.

Brisbane Lions — recent form

• 2026-07-26Brisbane Lions 126-67 Port Adelaide Power
• 2026-07-02Geelong Cats 88-111 Brisbane Lions
• 2026-06-25Brisbane Lions 120-83 Sydney Swans

Carlton Blues — recent form

• 2026-07-25Carlton Blues 110-97 Gold Coast Suns
• 2026-07-04Richmond Tigers 72-74 Carlton Blues
• 2026-06-20GWS Giants 65-88 Carlton Blues