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2022 saw McDonald-Tipungwuti retire from the game due to personal reasons halfway through the season. Despite this original decision, the man affectionally known as 'Walla' decided to make a return to the AFL for 2023. Off the back of a big pre-season, McDonald-Tipungwuti will look to be back to his brilliant best in 2023.

Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti

2022 saw McDonald-Tipungwuti retire from the game due to personal reasons halfway through the season. Despite this original decision, the man affectionally known as 'Walla' decided to make a return to the AFL for 2023. Off the back of a big pre-season, McDonald-Tipungwuti will look to be back to his brilliant best in 2023.

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  • 05:20

    Rd 24 | Walla Mic'd Up

    Ahead of his farewell game in round 24, we mic'd up Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti for his pre-game rounds.

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  • 03:10

    Rd 24 | McDonald-Tipungwuti post-game

    Following his final game for the Bombers, we chat with Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti about his journey in the red and black and what lies ahead.

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  • 01:03

    VFL Rd 11 | McDonald-Tipungwuti highlights

    Enjoy Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti's standout performance in round 11 of the VFL against North.

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  • 05:54

    One on One | Walla inspires club's young Indigenous stars

    Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti details his love for helping mentor the club's young Indigenous players. Listen to One on One via spotify, google podcasts or wherever you stream music.

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  • 07:06

    One on One | The story behind Walla's comeback

    Hear the exclusive insight from Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti about his comeback from retirement. Listen to One on One via spotify, google podcasts or wherever you stream music.

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  • 01:36

    One on One | Walla's inspirational ambitions

    Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti shares his motivations behind wanting to inspire the next generation. Listen to One on One via spotify, google podcasts or wherever you stream music.

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  • 04:27

    Rd 10 | McDonald-Tipungwuti media conference

    Last year, Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti attended Dreamtime to say goodbye. This year, he's got his eyes on running back out onto the field for a special night at the 'G.

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  • 00:32

    Rd 1 | Walla is back doing what he does best

    Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti marks his return to the AFL with a goal in style.

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  • 00:18

    Practice match | Walla's classic front and centre

    Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti wound back the clock with this superb crumb.

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  • 08:08

    Walla explains decision to end electrifying career

    Retired forward Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti gives his final interview in the red and black.

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Latest Player News

  1. McDonald-Tipungwuti calls time, set for farewell game

    Walla to bow out after comeback season.

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  2. “I had to go and find myself again”: Walla’s inspirational journey

    Beloved Bomber reflects on incredible return to the game.

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  3. 'I'd love to go again': Bomber keen to extend career

    After coming out of retirement this year, Bomber Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti is keen to extend his career into 2024

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  4. 'Walla' looking to light up Dreamtime stage again

    Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti is excited to return to Dreamtime at the 'G.

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