TYNTYNDER’S finals hopes took a major hit on Saturday, suffering a 16-point loss to Kerang at Alan Garden Reserve.

In a heavily contested game due to the constant pressure applied by both teams, the reigning premiers ultimately proved too strong for a determined Bulldogs, who threatened to cause an upset all afternoon.

The 8.11 (59) to 6.7 (43) win puts Kerang in the box seat to finish the sea...