MCG will play host to Saturday's Round 24 AFL game between Richmond Tigers and Gold Coast Suns. The game kicks off at 2:40 pm with Gold Coast Suns heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Richmond Tigers vs. Gold Coast Suns game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday August 24, 2024 at 2:40 pm
Where: MCG
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Richmond Tigers vs Gold Coast Suns Odds
Richmond Tigers vs Gold Coast Suns Preview
In one of the few dead-rubbers of the final round, the Suns and Tigers face off at the MCG to close out disappointing seasons. Richmond will bid farewell to Dusty Martin, adding some emotion to the occasion as Damien Hardwick returns with his Suns side.
It’s the Suns’ first game at the MCG this year and their first clash with the Tigers at the venue since 2016. Richmond’s fate may hinge on the result of North Melbourne’s earlier game, with the No. 1 draft pick in play.
Despite their struggles, the Tigers are in with a chance, especially given the Suns’ poor away form. However, if the Suns dominate the center stoppages, it’s hard to see Richmond keeping up. While the Tigers might put up a fight, the class and depth favor the Suns in this low-stakes clash.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Gold Coast Suns to win at $1.57 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Ben King at $8.50.
Richmond Tigers vs Gold Coast Suns Teams
TIGERS
B: B.Miller, N.Balta, N.Vlastuin
HB: N.Broad, J.Short, D.Rioli
C: H.Ralphsmith, D.Prestia, K.McIntosh
HF: R.Mansell, J.Graham, S.Campbell
F: J.Koschitzke, S.Bolton, J.Bauer
FOLL: T.Nankervis – C, T.Taranto, J.Hopper
I/C: S.Banks, J.Ross, M.Rioli, L.Baker, M.Pickett
EMG: J.Blight, J.Trezise, M.Coulthard
IN: M.Rioli, L.Baker, M.Pickett
OUT: J.Blight (Omitted), J.Trezise (Omitted), M.Coulthard (Omitted)
SUNS
B: S.Lemmens, S.Collins, C.Ballard
HB: L.Weller, B.Uwland, W.Powell
C: N.Holman, N.Anderson, S.Clohesy
HF: A.Sexton, S.Flanders, B.Humphrey
F: J.Lukosius, M.Andrew, B.King
FOLL: J.Witts, M.Rowell, T.Miller – C
I/C: B.Long, W.Graham, J.Rogers, C.Budarick, A.Davies
EMG: D.Swallow, H.Oea, N.Moyle
IN: A.Sexton, J.Lukosius
OUT: D.Swallow (Managed), J.Walter (Omitted)