Prediction: Richmond Tigers - St Kilda Saints

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The Tigers lost to Brisbane last week for the first time in 11 years which sees them match up in a semi-final against the Saints, who came away with a historic narrow victory against the Bulldogs.

Some big names are set to miss for the Saints this week, a captain is in a test of skill and endurance to pronounce himself fit and a key forward is set to return.. The Tigers are supported by the arrival of key forward Tom Lynch, who joins Nathan Broad back in the side. Passing up a great opportunity is Jake Aarts and Marbior Chol.

For the Saints, they will be without Paddy Ryder (who is out for the season with a hamstring injury) just as key backman Jake Carlisle (who has left the center to be with his accomplice for the introduction of their youngster) and Ben Long (who will likewise miss through suspension). Coming into the side is Jonathon Marsh, Josh Battle and Shane Savage..

Richmond have won four of their last five experiences, however their experience this season in late June went the method of the Saints by almost five objectives. St Kilda will take a great deal of certainty from that coordinate and have a solid mindset into the game from the success.

Richmond Tigers have finished in the third position in the regular season. They have won 12 matches from 17 played. Meanwhile St Kilda Saints were the 6th in the league with ten wins. St Kilda were often struggling on the road and have lost five away games from nine played. Richmond have lost just once at home and I expect them to record a convincing win.

Prediction: Richmond Tigers win 1-39 points