On the back of some incredible tackling pressure, the Bombers turned in one their most impressive performances of the season, overwhelming the Magpies to win 14.23 (107) to 7.4 (46).

Despite controlling on the majority of possession, Lauderdale couldn’t get the advantage on the scoreboard, leading by only 11 points at half time.

But the fruits of their labour came thick and fast in the third quarter as they held Devonport scoreless while kicking 5.8 themselves to head to the final change with a 49-point lead.

The Bombers showed no let up in the final term, slotting through a further four goals to two to book an semi-final appointment with Burnie next week.

After two close contests against Lauderdale during the regular season, Devonport barely looked like the same side, regularly turning the ball over and getting run down while in possession.

Their day went from bad to worse when full back Klay Griffiths had to come off the ground with concussion in the second quarter after a heavy hit.

He was taken to hospital by ambulance for observation in the third quarter after having a seizure on the bench, but was conscious when leaving the arena.

Bryce Walsh controlled the midfield to be best on ground for Lauderdale, while defender Alex Hill blanketed Devonport coach Mitch Thorp all day to keep him goalless.