Hamstring Strain(MTMJ)

Timeline

1. R1016 May

   Occurred

   Left hamstring strain — sustained in first half of Round 10 vs Carlton at Marvel Stadium (2026-05-16). "Bailey Williams will take no further part in the Marvel Stadium clash after injuring his left hamstring in the first half." Source: AFL.com.au match report.

   6 fixtures missed

   vs CAR

2. 20 June

   Progress update

   Reassessment

   Zero Hanger + SEN injury indexes agree — hamstring, 3-5 weeks; anchored to WBD R19 (2026-07-18). Bailey Williams (WBD) — hamstring — 3-5 weeks

   Return now expected 18 July

   zerohanger.com
3. 6 July

   Progress update

   Progress update

   Williams completed match-like training on the weekend; availability to be confirmed at main training for the West Coast clash. Both Riley and Bailey have progressed well following their extended injury interruptions and completed match like training sessions on the weekend

   Western Bulldogs
4. 11 July

   Progress update

   Named in the Round 18 side — return date realigned to the Round 18 game.

   Return revised: 18 July → 12 July

5. R1812 July

   Returned to play

   Returned R18 vs WCE

   Returned after 6 fixtures missed

   Returned R18 — confirmed via lineup appearance.