Match details
Saturday 25 June 19, MCG, 2.10pm (local time)
Teams
Melbourne
B: James Strauss, James Frawley, Daniel Nicholson
HB: Colin Garland, Jared Rivers, Jack Trengove
C: Tom Scully, Colin Sylvia, Jeremy Howe
HF: Nathan Jones, Jack Watts, Ricky Petterd
F: Jamie Bennell, Mark Jamar, Brad Green
FOLL: Stef Martin, Brent Moloney, Jordie McKenzie
I/C: Jordan Gysberts, Joel Macdonald, Cale Morton, Liam Jurrah
EMG: Matthew Bate, Max Gawn, Sam Blease
IN: Mark Jamar, Jordan Gysberts
OUT: Clint Bartram, Max Gawn
Richmond
B: Chris Newman, Alex Rance, Bachar Houli
Richmond
B: Chris Newman, Alex Rance, Bachar Houli
HB: Brett Deledio, Luke McGuane, Shaun Grigg
C: Trent Cotchin, Dustin Martin, Reece Conca
HF: Robin Nahas, Tyrone Vickery, Shane Edwards
F: Mitchell Farmer, Jack Riewoldt, Brad Miller
FOLL: Andrew Browne, Daniel Jackson, Nathan Foley
I/C: Tom Hislop, David Gourdis, Jeromey Webberley, Jake Batchelor
EMG: Shane Tuck, Jayden Post, Bradley Helbig
IN: David Gourdis, Jake Batchelor
OUT: Jake King (suspension), Jayden Post
Media coverage
Television
Melbourne: Fox Sports 1, 2.00 pm (live)
Media coverage
Television
Melbourne: Fox Sports 1, 2.00 pm (live)
Adelaide: Fox Sports 1, 1.30 pm (live)
Perth: Fox Sports 1, 12.00 pm (live)
Sydney: Fox Sports 1, 2.00 pm (live)
Brisbane: Fox Sports 1, 2.00 pm (live)
Radio
Melbourne: 3AW 1200-1800, Triple M 1200-1800
Adelaide: Triple M 1200-1730, FIVEaa 1200-1730
Perth: 6PR 1200-1500
Form
Melbourne: D, L, W, W, Bye, L, W, L, L, L, W,L, W
Richmond: L, D, L, L, W, W,W, L,W, L, Bye, L, W
Ladder position
Melbourne: 9th
Richmond: 10th
Head-to-head
Played: 179
Melbourne: 78 wins
Richmond: 99 wins
Drawn: 2
At this ground
Played: 124
Melbourne: 58 wins
Richmond: 65 wins
Drawn: 1
Coach v coach
Dean Bailey: 1
Damian Hardwick: 1
Drawn: 0
Last time they met
Round 19, 2010: Melbourne 16.13.109 d Richmond 11.14.80, MCG
Recent streak
Melbourne has a current winning streak of two games against the Tigers, by an average of 42 points
Injury list
Melbourne: Rohan Bail (knee) - 2 weeks, Aaron Davey (knee) - 4 weeks, Jack Fitzpatrick (ankle) - 4-6 weeks, Colin Garland (jarred ankle) - test, Jack Grimes (foot) - season, Mark Jamar (knee) - test, Neville Jetta (hand) - 2 weeks, Michael Newton (foot) - 4 weeks, Jake Spencer (knee) - season, Luke Tapscott (hamstring) - 1 week
Richmond: 1-2 weeks
Pat Contin (quad) - 1 week, Nick Westhoff (hamstring) - 2 weeks, Daniel Connors (quad) - 2 weeks, Matt Dea (leg) - 2 weeks, Matthew White (knee) - 2-4 weeks, Kel Moore (hip) - TBA, Dylan Grimes (hamstring) - TBA, David Astbury (dislocated kneecap) - TBA, Tom Derickx (ankle fracture) - TBA
Summary
After an 89-point win over Fremantle last week, the Demons are out to prove they’ve got the consistency to earn themselves a place in the top eight. The rivalry between the Demons and the Tigers has been gaining momentum as the strength of both sides lay with their young guns. Placed ninth and 10th on the ladder, the level playing field between the two sides is evident. Saturday’s game is not just about getting the four points for the Demons, but proving to the competition that they can match it as a top eight team.
Players to watch
Melbourne: Stef Martin
Last round, Martin produced his best game for the season and further enhanced his position as one of Melbourne’s most important players. Ranked in the club’s top 10 for possessions, marks, kicks and handballs, there is no doubt that Martin has been a consistent contributor for the Demons. With Jamar having been sidelined for six matches through injury, Martin has relished his opportunity to step up as the ‘big man’ on the field.
Richmond: Bachar Houli
After making the move from Essendon to Richmond, Houli has blossomed into one of the club’s most consistent and influential players. He has currently taken the most marks for the Tigers and is averaging a consistent 21.7 disposals per game.
Match-up to watch
James Frawley v Jack Riewoldt
The Demons have a few contenders to match up on Riewoldt, who is leading the goalkicking for the Tigers, but Frawley looms the most likely. With several consistent weeks now under Frawley’s belt, he is likely to play an integral role in shutting down Riewoldt’s goalkicking streak. With the support of Colin Garland and Jared Rivers, Melbourne’s backline will play a significant role if its to gain the four points against Richmond.
Most disposals in 2011
Melbourne: Brent Moloney (293)
Richmond: Brett Deledio (306)
Most marks in 2011
Melbourne: James Frawley (68)
Richmond: Bachar Houli (74)
Most tackles in 2011
Melbourne: Brent Moloney (63)
Richmond: Daniel Jackson (74)
Most goals in 2011
Melbourne: Liam Jurrah (26)
Richmond: Jack Riewoldt (40)
How’s stat
Many players and officials have made the transition from Tigers to Demons and vice versa. John Northey, former dual Richmond premiership player, went from coaching Melbourne to coaching Richmond, while Neale Balme, who also played in two premierships with Richmond, followed Northey as Melbourne coach. Early personnel who came to Melbourne from Richmond included Andrew Manzie, secretary and recruiting great from 1912 to 1931 who established Melbourne for the 1926 premiership, succeeded by the duo of Frank ‘Checker’ Hughes and Percy Page, as coach and secretary respectively from 1933. Hughes had a fine record as coach and player at Richmond, having coached the team to the 1932 premiership, and having played in the 1920 and 1921 premierships with the Tigers. Melbourne CEO Cameron Schwab also served at Richmond, where he was the youngest ever CEO, and - amongst other recent transfers - the Demons’ former recruiting manager, Craig Cameron, is now at the Tigers.
Memorable match
1940 Grand Final: Melbourne 15.17 (107) defeated Richmond 10.8 (68), MCG
A resounding Melbourne win, this time by 39 points and at the expense of Richmond. Tiger star Jack Dyer was tagged out of the game as Melbourne coach ‘Checker’ Hughes triumphed against the team he had coached to a flag in 1932.
Foot in both camps
Les Abbott, Ken Albiston, Gerry Beare, Ross Brewer, Jack Bristow, Blair Campbell, Doug Chapman, Cameron Clayton, Matt Connors, Daryl Cumming, Leo Dobrigh, Phil Egan, Simon Eishold, Percy Ellingsen, Frank Ellis, Jim Fitzpatrick, Laurie Fowler, Graham Gaunt, Andy Goodwin, Herbert Hill, Max Hislop, Ben Holland, John Howat, Frank Hughes Jnr, Len Incigneri, Les Irwin, Mick Maguire, Herbie Matthews, Craig McKellar, Vern Moore, Billy Nettlefold, Steven O’Dwyer, Michael Pickering, Howard Richardson, Haydn Robins, Leo Rush, Alex Salvado, Peter Schofield, Ben Sheppard, George St John, Troy Simmonds, Chris Sullivan, Scott Sutcliffe, Ken Webb, Graeme Wilkinson.
What Dean Bailey says …
"The young guys really took another step, but that step can only be judged on next week's effort as well.”
What @DemonsHQ is saying …
asco_86 Ash Collins
Huge match on Saturday @DemonsHQ ... #afltigersdees should be a cracker. Dees should get up in a close one. #demonblood
HibbyHibbert Hibby Hibbert
Radio
Melbourne: 3AW 1200-1800, Triple M 1200-1800
Adelaide: Triple M 1200-1730, FIVEaa 1200-1730
Perth: 6PR 1200-1500
Form
Melbourne: D, L, W, W, Bye, L, W, L, L, L, W,L, W
Richmond: L, D, L, L, W, W,W, L,W, L, Bye, L, W
Ladder position
Melbourne: 9th
Richmond: 10th
Head-to-head
Played: 179
Melbourne: 78 wins
Richmond: 99 wins
Drawn: 2
At this ground
Played: 124
Melbourne: 58 wins
Richmond: 65 wins
Drawn: 1
Coach v coach
Dean Bailey: 1
Damian Hardwick: 1
Drawn: 0
Last time they met
Round 19, 2010: Melbourne 16.13.109 d Richmond 11.14.80, MCG
Recent streak
Melbourne has a current winning streak of two games against the Tigers, by an average of 42 points
Injury list
Melbourne: Rohan Bail (knee) - 2 weeks, Aaron Davey (knee) - 4 weeks, Jack Fitzpatrick (ankle) - 4-6 weeks, Colin Garland (jarred ankle) - test, Jack Grimes (foot) - season, Mark Jamar (knee) - test, Neville Jetta (hand) - 2 weeks, Michael Newton (foot) - 4 weeks, Jake Spencer (knee) - season, Luke Tapscott (hamstring) - 1 week
Richmond: 1-2 weeks
Pat Contin (quad) - 1 week, Nick Westhoff (hamstring) - 2 weeks, Daniel Connors (quad) - 2 weeks, Matt Dea (leg) - 2 weeks, Matthew White (knee) - 2-4 weeks, Kel Moore (hip) - TBA, Dylan Grimes (hamstring) - TBA, David Astbury (dislocated kneecap) - TBA, Tom Derickx (ankle fracture) - TBA
Summary
After an 89-point win over Fremantle last week, the Demons are out to prove they’ve got the consistency to earn themselves a place in the top eight. The rivalry between the Demons and the Tigers has been gaining momentum as the strength of both sides lay with their young guns. Placed ninth and 10th on the ladder, the level playing field between the two sides is evident. Saturday’s game is not just about getting the four points for the Demons, but proving to the competition that they can match it as a top eight team.
Players to watch
Melbourne: Stef Martin
Last round, Martin produced his best game for the season and further enhanced his position as one of Melbourne’s most important players. Ranked in the club’s top 10 for possessions, marks, kicks and handballs, there is no doubt that Martin has been a consistent contributor for the Demons. With Jamar having been sidelined for six matches through injury, Martin has relished his opportunity to step up as the ‘big man’ on the field.
Richmond: Bachar Houli
After making the move from Essendon to Richmond, Houli has blossomed into one of the club’s most consistent and influential players. He has currently taken the most marks for the Tigers and is averaging a consistent 21.7 disposals per game.
Match-up to watch
James Frawley v Jack Riewoldt
The Demons have a few contenders to match up on Riewoldt, who is leading the goalkicking for the Tigers, but Frawley looms the most likely. With several consistent weeks now under Frawley’s belt, he is likely to play an integral role in shutting down Riewoldt’s goalkicking streak. With the support of Colin Garland and Jared Rivers, Melbourne’s backline will play a significant role if its to gain the four points against Richmond.
Most disposals in 2011
Melbourne: Brent Moloney (293)
Richmond: Brett Deledio (306)
Most marks in 2011
Melbourne: James Frawley (68)
Richmond: Bachar Houli (74)
Most tackles in 2011
Melbourne: Brent Moloney (63)
Richmond: Daniel Jackson (74)
Most goals in 2011
Melbourne: Liam Jurrah (26)
Richmond: Jack Riewoldt (40)
How’s stat
Many players and officials have made the transition from Tigers to Demons and vice versa. John Northey, former dual Richmond premiership player, went from coaching Melbourne to coaching Richmond, while Neale Balme, who also played in two premierships with Richmond, followed Northey as Melbourne coach. Early personnel who came to Melbourne from Richmond included Andrew Manzie, secretary and recruiting great from 1912 to 1931 who established Melbourne for the 1926 premiership, succeeded by the duo of Frank ‘Checker’ Hughes and Percy Page, as coach and secretary respectively from 1933. Hughes had a fine record as coach and player at Richmond, having coached the team to the 1932 premiership, and having played in the 1920 and 1921 premierships with the Tigers. Melbourne CEO Cameron Schwab also served at Richmond, where he was the youngest ever CEO, and - amongst other recent transfers - the Demons’ former recruiting manager, Craig Cameron, is now at the Tigers.
Memorable match
1940 Grand Final: Melbourne 15.17 (107) defeated Richmond 10.8 (68), MCG
A resounding Melbourne win, this time by 39 points and at the expense of Richmond. Tiger star Jack Dyer was tagged out of the game as Melbourne coach ‘Checker’ Hughes triumphed against the team he had coached to a flag in 1932.
Foot in both camps
Les Abbott, Ken Albiston, Gerry Beare, Ross Brewer, Jack Bristow, Blair Campbell, Doug Chapman, Cameron Clayton, Matt Connors, Daryl Cumming, Leo Dobrigh, Phil Egan, Simon Eishold, Percy Ellingsen, Frank Ellis, Jim Fitzpatrick, Laurie Fowler, Graham Gaunt, Andy Goodwin, Herbert Hill, Max Hislop, Ben Holland, John Howat, Frank Hughes Jnr, Len Incigneri, Les Irwin, Mick Maguire, Herbie Matthews, Craig McKellar, Vern Moore, Billy Nettlefold, Steven O’Dwyer, Michael Pickering, Howard Richardson, Haydn Robins, Leo Rush, Alex Salvado, Peter Schofield, Ben Sheppard, George St John, Troy Simmonds, Chris Sullivan, Scott Sutcliffe, Ken Webb, Graeme Wilkinson.
What Dean Bailey says …
"The young guys really took another step, but that step can only be judged on next week's effort as well.”
What @DemonsHQ is saying …
asco_86 Ash Collins
Huge match on Saturday @DemonsHQ ... #afltigersdees should be a cracker. Dees should get up in a close one. #demonblood
HibbyHibbert Hibby Hibbert
Saturday is a 8point game, @DemonsHQ you can do it! Let your demon out boys! #demonblood
Carusiii Daniel Carusi
Carusiii Daniel Carusi
Great game by @DemonsHQ today! Just hope we keep it up next week against the Tigers! Consistency boys!!!!!!
Key Melbourne question
Can the Demons lock in two wins a row for the second time this season
Key Melbourne question
Can the Demons lock in two wins a row for the second time this season
