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Richmond made it two wins in a row tonight after over coming the Dockers and near cyclonic conditions at Domain Stadium to win by 38 points.
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The weather marred the spectacle tonight as both teams struggled with heavy rain and very windy conditions not seen for some time.
In fairness to the Tigers though, they simply made the most of their opportunities and were by far the better team on the night.
They used the ball better although that’s not saying much as Fremantle continually butchered the ball out of defence and when going forward.
Former skipper Matthew Pavlich had a very quiet night and Freo badly lacked a forward target even though their disposal was poor.
The Tigers were led by Trent Cotchin who finished with 39 possessions, 18 of which were contested. Like many his kicks didn’t always hit the mark but he worked tirelessly all night, continually winning the hard ball and dishing it off to teammates, finishing with a game high ten clearances.
Dustin Martin was one of the more polished players on the ground and finished with 30 possessions and 75 per cent kicking efficiency.
The Tigers defence was solid all night continually pressing the Dockers’ forwards and causing them to turn over the ball.
The Dockers were once again disappointing and they now own a 0-9 win-loss record after being 9-0 at the same time last season – an extraordinary turn around in 12 months.
Tonight only Lachie Neale provided any real resistance, supported by David Mundy and Danyle Pearce. The Dockers look stale and in need of some fresh ideas and players.
A very forgettable game tonight but for Tigers coach Damien Hardwick and his players it was a crucial four points as they look to revive their season.
Final score
Fremantle 6.9.45
Richmond 11.17.83
The Roar’s AFL MVP votes
3: Trent Cotchin (Richmond) – easy decision, 39 possessions, 18 contested, 8 tackles and 10 clearances, a very good night’s work.
2: Dustin Martin (Richmond) – used the ball as good as anyone and also imposing physical presence.
1: Lachie Neale (Fremantle) – a couple of Tigers unlucky not to get this vote but Neale was clearly Dockers best and they would have lost by a lot more without him
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