Mitchell Edwards prepares for Geelong semi-final clash against Fremantle ruckman Luke Jackson
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 1:58 AM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Geelong ruckman Mitchell Edwards is preparing for a semi-final match against Fremantle at Optus Stadium. The 20-year-old, a former Fremantle Academy product, will face off against Dockers ruckman Luke Jackson for the third time this season. Edwards enters the contest following an elimination final win over Carlton at the MCG, where he held his own against Blues ruckman Marc Pittonet. The young Cat noted that Jackson has had the better of their previous encounters this year and expects to implement adjustments. Geelong advanced to this stage after managing a midfield clearance deficit against the Blues. The match is scheduled for Friday night in Perth.
- •Mitchell Edwards will play his second AFL final this Friday at Optus Stadium.
- •Edwards was drafted by Geelong in 2023 after being part of the Fremantle academy.
- •The Geelong midfielder improved his clearance numbers against Carlton in the elimination final.
- •Luke Jackson and Mitchell Edwards meet for the third time this season.
- •Geelong progressed to the semi-final after defeating Carlton at the MCG.
- 1:58 AMAFL — Big Cat ready for shootout against the best back in the west
"Former Fremantle Academy product Mitch Edwards is ready to face Luke Jackson in a crucial semi-final ruck clash
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