The market's verdict

The betting market closed with St Kilda Saints at 1.21 — an implied 77% chance. The favourite delivered.

• Essendon Bombers: opened 3.85, closed 4.10 (23%)
• St Kilda Saints: opened 1.23, closed 1.21 (77%)

Half-time: Essendon Bombers 29 - 94 St Kilda Saints.

St Kilda Saints — recent form

• 2026-06-21St Kilda Saints 54-83 Western Bulldogs

Essendon Bombers — recent form

• 2026-06-28North Melbourne Kangaroos 79-65 Essendon Bombers