Bulldogs claim AFLW Premiership in Grand Final thriller

The Western Bulldogs are the 2018 AFLW premiers.

The Dogs prevailed by six points in tough conditions at Ikon Park.

A healthy crowd braved the weather to see Ellie Blackburn lift the cup in the absence of suspended skipper Katie Brennan.

Monique Conti (14 disposals, one goal) was named best on ground.

It will be a bitter pill for Brisbane, who also lost the decider in 2017.

Bulldogs 4.3 (27)

Brisbane 3.3 (21)

Photo: Hamish Blair / AAP