We take a look at the key numbers behind Saturday’s clash against the Greater Western Sydney Giants at the SCG.
Head to Head
Played 6
Sydney 5
GWS 1
Draw 0
Last Five
R15, 2014, Sydney Swans 15.16 (106) d GWS 8.12 (60) at the SCG
R1, 2014, GWS 15.9 (99) d Sydney Swans 9.13 (67) at Spotless Stadium
R16, 2013, Sydney Swans 24.27 (171) d GWS 5.12 (42) at the SCG
R1, 2013, Sydney Swans 16.10 (106) d GWS 11.10 (76) at ANZ Stadium
R14, 2012, Sydney Swans 14.16 (100) d GWS 5.7 (37) at ANZ Stadium
Key players
- Josh Kennedy has recorded 20 clearances so far this season – the most of any player in the competition.
- The Giants have retained possession from 85% of Tomas Bugg’s disposals – ranked No.1 of the top-10 disposal winners at the club.
- Callan Ward has averaged 24 disposals, 14 contested possessions, seven clearances and six tackles per game in his last six matches against the Swans.
- The Swans have retained possession from 74% of Nick Smith’s disposals this season – ranked second of the top-10 disposal winners at the club.
Take Note
- Sydney has used the boundary for 62% of rebound 50s this season – the third highest percentage of any side.
- There haven't been too many close contests between the sides; the average margin is 66 points. The Swans' average score is 113 points and the Giants' just 58.
- The Swans have an impressive record at the SCG, winning seven of eight games last season. They've won 14 of 17 since the start of 2013. The Giants have played twice at the SCG for two losses by a combined 175 points.
