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Sydney Swans coach defends AFLW parity amid North Melbourne dominance

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Sydney Swans coach Colin O'Riordan has defended the parity of the AFLW competition, arguing that the current ladder does not accurately reflect the competitive nature of the league despite North Melbourne's dominance.

North Melbourne currently leads the ladder with an undefeated streak of 32 games and a significant percentage of 257.8. While critics suggest the Kangaroos are the clear frontrunners, O'Riordan noted that matches involving bottom-tier teams have remained tight.

The league has seen shifts in its traditional hierarchy, with former heavyweights Brisbane and Adelaide sitting outside the top eight with only one win each. Sydney currently sits fourth in the standings, maintaining a perfect start under O'Riordan.

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