The Western Bulldogs will open the 2022 AFL season with a blockbuster Wednesday night grand final rematch against Melbourne.

The Bulldogs resume their rivalry with the Demons at the MCG on Wednesday, March 16 at 7.10pm to begin the home-and-away season.

The round one men’s fixture was confirmed by the AFL on Saturday morning, with more announcements around the 2022 campaign to follow in coming days.

Fans are set to flock to the MCG for the round one fixture, with the clash to be broadcast live on Channel 7.

The AFL also confirmed the final round of the 2022 AFLW season, with the Bulldogs set to host Fremantle at Ballarat’s Mars Stadium across the weekend of March 11-13.

Ticketing details will be communicated once finalised.

Memberships for the 2022 AFL season are on sale now. Visit the website or call 1300 GO DOGS to sign up today.

Round 1, 2022
Western Bulldogs v Melbourne
Wednesday, March 16
MCG, 7.10pm AEDT

AFLW Round 10, 2022
Western Bulldogs v Fremantle
March 11-13
Mars Stadium, Ballarat