Richmond
109
31
GWS Giants
73
| Fourth Quarter | ||||
| N. Balta |  | 31:11 | ||
| 29:13 | | J. Brander | ||
| S. Bolton |  | 24:22 | ||
| 23:10 | | J. Brander | ||
| 20:24 | | Rushed | ||
| N. Balta | | 18:03 | ||
| 16:52 | | Rushed | ||
| T. J. Lynch | | 13:42 | ||
| J. Castagna | | 11:56 | ||
| 9:59 | | J. Kelly | ||
| Rushed | | 9:26 | ||
| 7:41 | | T. Taranto | ||
| L. Baker | | 6:12 | ||
| T. J. Lynch | | 5:15 | ||
| S. Bolton | | 3:57 | ||
| 1:01 | | J. Riccardi | ||
| 11.9 (75) | Third Quarter [+] | 7.9 (51) | ||
| 29:23 | | J. Kelly | ||
| N. Balta | | 28:11 | ||
| 24:30 | | M. D. Boer | ||
| T. J. Lynch | | 22:34 | ||
| 20:44 | | H. Himmelberg | ||
| N. Balta | | 17:15 | ||
| 16:41 | | J. Riccardi | ||
| 14:38 | | H. Himmelberg | ||
| S. Edwards | | 12:53 | ||
| I. Soldo | | 11:29 | ||
| 8:44 | | T. Taranto | ||
| 7:23 | | B. Hill | ||
| M. Pickett | | 6:03 | ||
| 7.7 (49) | Second Quarter [+] | 4.5 (29) | ||
| N. Balta | | 31:52 | ||
| I. Soldo | | 26:58 | ||
| 23:17 | | S. Coniglio | ||
| T. J. Lynch | | 22:07 | ||
| 20:08 | | T. Bruhn | ||
| 18:51 | | T. Green | ||
| T. Nankervis | | 16:36 | ||
| 14:59 | | B. Hill | ||
| 11:02 | | Rushed | ||
| T. J. Lynch | | 9:33 | ||
| S. Bolton | | 7:44 | ||
| Rushed | | 6:56 | ||
| S. Bolton | | 5:42 | ||
| 3:30 | | S. Coniglio | ||
| 1.5 (11) | First Quarter [+] | 1.2 (8) | ||
| 22:36 | | D. Lloyd | ||
| H. Ralphsmith | | 20:56 | ||
| Rushed | | 18:02 | ||
| Rushed | | 17:03 | ||
| Rushed | | 13:49 | ||
| S. Edwards | | 12:39 | ||
| N. Balta | | 6:05 | ||
| 3:25 | | J. Kelly | ||
| 1:08 | | H. Himmelberg | ||
With a host of stars missing, Richmond look as vulnerable as they’ve been in many a year as they take on GWS in a rematch of the 2019 grand final. Join The Roar for live scores from 3:20pm (AEDT).
The last time these two sides locked horns at the MCG was that fateful day in 2019, when the Tigers, led by four goals from Norm Smith Medallist Dustin Martin, cantered to an 89-point win.
However, injuries have bitten the Tigers since, with just 11 of their selected 22 still there from that flag-winning side. Among the absentees is Martin, whose future is uncertain as he deals with the grief of his father’s passing during the off-season, as well as new co-captain Dylan Grimes (soreness), star midfielder Dion Prestia (hamstring) and spearhead Jack Riewoldt (thumb).
Just nine Giants remain from the side that was humbled two and a half years ago on this ground, but they’ve successfully replenished their list under Leon Cameron and have their sights on a deep finals run in 2022.
However, their Round 1 loss to Sydney has left them on shaky ground – they wouldn’t want to start the season 0-2.
The Giants have named star backman Nick Haynes and forward Jesse Hogan for their first games of the season, while midfield bull Jacob Hopper has been managed. For the Tigers, veteran winger Kamdyn McIntosh is the only premiership player among their inclusions.
Game information
Opening bounce: 3:20pm AEDT
Venue: MCG
TV: Fox Footy, Channel 7
Live stream: Kayo Sports, Foxtel Now, Foxtel Go
Betting: Tigers $2.60, Giants $1.52 (odds via PlayUp)
Richmond
B: B. Miller, R.Tarrant, J. Gibcus
HB: J.Short, D. Rioli, N.Broad
C: K. McIntosh, T.Cotchin, M.Pickett
HF: S.Bolton, L.Baker, S.Edwards
F: T.Lynch, M. Parker, N. Balta
FOLL: I. Soldo, J. Ross, T. Dow
I/C: J. Castagna, T. Nankervis (c), J.Graham, H. Ralphsmith
EMG: J. Aarts, R.Mansell, W. Martyn, M. Rioli
IN: Miller, McIntosh, Parker, Dow, Ralphsmith (R1 medi-sub)
OUT: Prestia, Martin, Grimes, Riewoldt, Aarts
GWS
B: C. Idun, P. Davis, I. Cumming
HB: L. Whitfield, S. Taylor, H. Perryman
C: X. O’Halloran, C. Ward, L. Ash
HF: T. Taranto, H. Himmelberg, T. Green
F: I. Hill, J. Riccardi, D. Lloyd
FOLL: M. Flynn, S. Coniglio (c), J. Kelly (c)
I/C: T. Bruhn, N. Haynes, J. Hogan, J. Brander
EMG: B. Preuss, M. de Boer, J. Peatling, L. Keeffe
IN: Hogan, Haynes, Bruhn (R1 medi-sub)
OUT: Hopper, Keeffe, de Boer
1dawg
Roar Rookie
And I thought you supported Brisbane :stoked:
pablocruz
Roar Rookie
Lol. Fair call. Blues are looking very good at this stage.
William C McCormack
Guest
Surely they won't have Rielwolt in front in the pecking order at C-H-F Bolta is bigger stronger and more at it than him - grimes back in hopefully - when is Vaustin back
1dawg
Roar Rookie
Have you been busy this week Pablo? Seemed a bit quieter than usual. After the Blues defeat it’s understandable :happy:
Dusty does Danger
Roar Rookie
2 dogs is always looking for a bite. BTW how good was Tarrant, didn’t even brake out into a sweat unlike Davis who burst a boiler. That back 6 is looking awesome - even the Blues forwards couldn’t score. Mids and 50m penalties were the difference. We’re in a good shape with cavalry to return!
pablocruz
Roar Rookie
And it took the Tigers to lead you to that decision. Lol. The irony is not lost.
1dawg
Roar Rookie
Weird. You need a better hobby.
Eddie from Elwood
Roar Rookie
Ahhh typical smart *smile*……..who’s to say I wasn’t looking for yours! Hook, line, sinker, tackle box……..
1dawg
Roar Rookie
I only saw him in the huddle after the game and remembered he signed on with Richmond. Thanks for the reaction regardless of me not seeking it. Good effort on your behalf :thumbup:
O M
Roar Rookie
:laughing:
Eddie from Elwood
Roar Rookie
Talk about commenting for a reaction.......good effort!
nics
Roar Rookie
Nahh Eagles are. Even with half a wafl squad we still got within 3 kicks of Norf... though that probably says more about them than us. :laughing:
Chanon
Roar Rookie
Thanks for the support :laughing:
PeteB
Roar Rookie
Take heart - the Dogs are the most competitive of the winless teams :silly:
Chanon
Roar Rookie
Your on top of the pile Pete :thumbup:
Chanon
Roar Rookie
The Dogs are languishing on the bottom of the ladder
PeteB
Roar Rookie
Who’s your top four ? Demons, Swans, Lions, Cats ?
PeteB
Roar Rookie
Where’s that put Dogs ? Sixth ?
JudgeMental
Roar Rookie
Yes.
Dusty does Danger
Roar Rookie
Better return than Danger or Cameron for that matter!