Craig Bird, a seasoned Australian rules footballer, has left an indelible mark on the field throughout his career. Beginning his journey with the Sydney Swans after being selected as the 59th pick in the 2007 AFL draft, Bird quickly showcased his prowess on the field. Hailing from Nelson Bay, he made his debut in the 2008 season, donning the revered number 14 guernsey previously worn by club legends Paul Kelly and Bob Skilton. Bird's career trajectory saw notable highlights, with his standout performance in the 2011 season earning him accolades for his exceptional tagging role on some of the league's best midfielders. His versatility shone through in a memorable match against the Western Bulldogs, where he displayed his defensive prowess by kicking 4 goals while limiting the impact of the opposition's key player. The pinnacle of Bird's career came in 2012 when he played a pivotal role in the Swans' AFL Grand Final victory, solidifying his reputation as a reliable and tenacious player. Post his successful stint with the Swans, Bird transitioned to the Essendon Football Club in 2015, contributing his experience and expertise to the team. Despite facing challenges in securing a regular spot in the side towards the latter part of his career, Bird's dedication to the game remained unwavering. His legacy as a key player in the AFL landscape is underscored by his significant contributions to the sport, earning him nicknames like "Premiership Bird" and "PB" in recognition of his impactful performances. As Bird continues to etch his name in the annals of Australian football history, his journey stands as a testament to perseverance, skill, and unwavering commitment to the game he loves.
Played In
2
-
591
25
8%
33
23
9%
-
-
Goals
0
-
-
73
-
-
65
0%
319
0%
Behinds
0
-
-
60
-
-
39
0%
230
0%
Assists
0
-
-
33
-
-
19
0%
216
0%
Disposals
41
20.5
561
825
5%
31
659
6%
9132
0%
Kicks
19
9.5
566
479
4%
31
382
5%
5051
0%
Handballs
22
11
549
482
5%
31
304
7%
4081
1%
Marks
4
2
607
199
2%
35
168
2%
2399
0%
Tackles
8
4
566
186
4%
30
122
7%
1479
1%
Hitouts
0
-
-
996
-
-
460
0%
835
0%
Clearances
6
3
381
172
3%
23
106
6%
788
1%
Frees For
1
0.5
581
70
1%
32
37
3%
418
0%
Frees Against
0
-
-
59
-
-
41
0%
428
0%
Disposals
Total
2127
Avg
18.2
Handballs
Total
1036
Avg
8.9
Kicks% - Handballs%
Total
51% - 49%
Tackles
Total
543
Avg
4.6
Clearances
Total
348
Avg
3
Frees For
Total
59
Avg
0.5
Frees Against
Total
90
Avg
0.8
Here is the comprehensive section on Total Statistics Against Opponents.
This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Craig Bird' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played.
Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.
Here is the comprehensive section on Average Statistics Against Opponents.
This detailed segment provides an in-depth look at Craig Bird' performances, encapsulating their wins, losses, and games played.
Additionally, it meticulously documents key metrics such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.
Here you'll find a detailed player performance game log across various seasons, opponents, and rounds.
This section is designed with precision, allowing for sorting and deep dives into key statistics like Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against for each game.
This section is specifically designed to offer an in-depth look at player performances across various key metrics
such as Disposals, Kicks, Handballs, Marks, Goals, Behinds, Tackles, Hitouts, Clearances, Frees For, and Frees Against.
Here, you will find meticulously compiled charts that not only highlight individual player statistics for each round of the AFL season
but also compare these figures against the round leaders and team leaders in each respective category.
This comprehensive analysis allows you to gauge the performance of Craig Bird in the context of their team and the league as a whole.
