AFL draft: Live blog of all the action from 2024’s opening round

Finn O’Sullivan is the next man off the board.

Carlton worked the deal with West Coast to try and get their hands on this young man, but North Melbourne has got in first.

Draft guru Kevin Sheehan refers to him as a “Rolls Royce” while Marcus Bontempelli’s name has come up a few times.

He can do a lot of damage going forward from the midfield and is a great kick.

Many have compared Lalor to Jason Horne-Francis and some of his Under 18 numbers were more impressive.

He had to give up cricket to dedicate himself to AFL.

With the very first selection in the 2024 AFL, Richmond select Sam Lalor.

As we prepare for the first picks there could be some trades.

Teams like Essendon and West Coast are making some moves behind the scenes and could flip the script.

Keep an eye out!

If you need a bathroom break and want a snack, now’s your last chance!

We are five minutes away from the first pick.

It’s a big night for clubs but all the nerves generally lie with the draftees.

Most of the men in the building tonight are assured of finding a list spot but you can never be certain.

Bo Allan revealed how he was feeling yesterday.

Time for talk is done now.

This draft has been dubbed as the next super draft so let’s see who goes where.

Only time will tell if the hype was justified but tonight is one of hope for every club, particularly those who have struggled in recent seasons.

20 minutes left.

Is Sam Lalor the No.1 pick this year?

Many are predicting Richmond will call his name first.

If they do, he will receive his jumper from childhood hero Dustin Martin.

We have just one more hour to wait!

The first pick is expected to be made at 4.25pm.

Meet the draftees.

Here’s everything you need to know about WA’s prospects.