AFLW Rd 1: Carlton vs Collingwood at Ikon Park

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The AFLX basically takes place of the nab cup / challenge (practice matches)
The same practice matches that went ahead during the womens season last year.

You are jumping at shadows mate.

I think the NAB Cup has been replaced with practice matches, only a small number of players will participate in AFLX.

NAB Cup wasn't something new, AFLX will have a similar level of interest or appeal to the first AFLW match.

Secondly, the clubs with the licenses have poured some significant funds into the AFLW, so it's fair they ask the question because AFLX seems to undermine that investment while delivering nothing to the AFL clubs separate from the benefits to the sport as a whole.

I suppose if I assert the AFL has a money grab, then I have to accept the clubs probably do as well.