Gabba will play host to Thursday's Round 16 AFL game between Brisbane Lions and Richmond Tigers. The game kicks off at 7:20 pm with Brisbane Lions heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Brisbane Lions vs. Richmond Tigers game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Thursday June 29, 2023 at 7:20 pm
Where: Gabba
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Brisbane Lions vs Richmond Tigers Odds
Brisbane Lions vs Richmond Tigers Preview
The stakes are high for Richmond with a spot in the eight still up for grabs.
Six weeks ago, the Tigers’ season looked almost over, but with three straight wins right before the bye, suddenly Richmond is back in control of its own destiny.
Brisbane awaits at the Gabba on Thursday night, modern day rivals that have given the yellow and black all they can handle over the last few years.
The last two clashes (which includes a final) -ave been decided by seven points or less, while the Lions will also sense the importance with a chance to further cement a top four spot.
The Lions have come good over the last fortnight with wins over the Swans and Saints, but neither have been convincing.
Inaccuracy in front of goal and turnover issues continue to plague Chris Fagan’s side, areas Richmond could exploit based on their recent form.
The Tigers’ top stars have been firing, Dustin Martin and Trent Cotchin enjoying big games against St Kilda, while the back line has done well to hold their last two opponents to 70 points.
That said, the Lions are a different beast at the Gabba. Brisbane has won seven straight at home, not to mention the fact they’ve averaged four more scoring shots a game compared to Richmond.
Teams coming off a bye also have a horrible record this season, while it’s also hard to get overly excited about wins over GWS, Freo, and St Kilda.
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Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Brisbane Lions to win at $1.35 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Charlie Cameron at $9.00.
Brisbane Lions vs Richmond Tigers Teams
LIONS
B: B.Starcevich, H.Andrews, J.Payne
HB: C.McKenna, R.Lester, K.Coleman
C: J.Berry, W.Ashcroft, H.McCluggage
HF: C.Cameron, E.Hipwood, Z.Bailey
F: L.McCarthy, J.Daniher, C.Rayner
FOLL: O.McInerney, J.Dunkley, L.Neale
I/C: D.Robertson, C.Ah Chee, J.Fletcher, D.Wilmot
IN: C.Ah Chee
OUT: K.Lohmann (omitted), D.Fort (sub)
TIGERS
B: N.Balta, D.Grimes, T.Young
HB: D.Rioli, N.Vlastuin, N.Broad
C: K.McIntosh, T.Taranto, J.Ross
HF: M.Pickett, L.Baker, J.Graham
F: B.Miller, J.Riewoldt, D.Martin
FOLL: T.Nankervis, T.Cotchin, S.Bolton
I/C: J.Short, S.Ryan, J.Clarke, J.Hopper
IN: M.Pickett, J.Hopper
OUT: D.Prestia (injured), M.Rioli (omitted), H.Ralphsmith (sub)