Richmond vs Adelaide - Round 12, 2013

[Yeahright]

I really hope a certain ex Tiger/s does play. He (they) will get booed but I bet one of them thrashes the bloke he's up against

Tambling straight to Deledio;)

But seriously, I agree. Don't think a week off for Maric will be enough if most of a pre-season wasn't  . Hope they bring an injured Jacobs to play, special olympics are better to watch than a flogging

[one-eyed]

Crows in damage control
By Harry Thring
afl.com.au
Monday, June 10, 2013

Van Berlo said next weekend's match against Richmond was not only pivotal to keep the dream of a final eight spot alive, but to also redeem the club for last Saturday's loss.

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2013-06-10/crows-in-damage-control

[Phil Mrakov]

Crows in damage control
By Harry Thring
afl.com.au
Monday, June 10, 2013

Van Berlo said next weekend's match against Richmond was not only pivotal to keep the dream of a final eight spot alive, but to also redeem the club for last Saturday's loss.

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2013-06-10/crows-in-damage-control

They really will come to play. Why do we always have to cop teams on the back of massive defeats

[tiger101]

We can beat a fired up Crows but we need to be switched on from the start. This game is very important as it gives us a 2 game buffer from the crow's who if they find some form could win 7 games after their bye if West Coast keep struggling.

[tigs2011]

Melbourne were fired up today too. Doesn't mean much if you're poohouse. 

[tiger101]

Melbourne were fired up today too. Doesn't mean much if you're poohouse. 

I wouldn't put Crows on the same level as Melbourne. We also didn't smash Melbourne like Collingwood did.

[eliminator]

We can beat a fired up Crows but we need to be switched on from the start. This game is very important as it gives us a 2 game buffer from the crow's who if they find some form could win 7 games after their bye if West Coast keep struggling.

Agree. We would be very foolish to underestimate the crows.

[Smokey]

We can beat a fired up Crows but we need to be switched on from the start. This game is very important as it gives us a 2 game buffer from the crow's who if they find some form could win 7 games after their bye if West Coast keep struggling.

Yep.  The key to winning this game will be to get well on top of them early.  If we do that they will fold quickly as their lack of confidence and  lack of key forwards bites hard.  They are playing like a very insecure team so if we get into their heads early we will win.

[Coach]

I really hope a certain ex Tiger/s does play. He (they) will get booed but I bet one of them thrashes the bloke he's up against

Tambling straight to Deledio;)

But seriously, I agree. Don't think a week off for Maric will be enough if most of a pre-season wasn't  . Hope they bring an injured Jacobs to play, special olympics are better to watch than a flogging

Amen brother.

[Phil Mrakov]

Tambling would be handy right now

[gerkin greg]

Tambling would be handy right now

one witches hat short at training?

[Phil Mrakov]

Tambling would be handy right now

one witches hat short at training?

I meant he'd be handy for us if he got the call up for Adelaide this week

[one-eyed]

Enemy Territory: Richmond
afc.com.au
Tuesday, June 11, 2013


Recent form against Adelaide
2012, Round 14, Adelaide 17.4 (106) d Richmond 13.9 (87), AAMI Stadium
2011, Round 23, Richmond 17.19 (121) d Adelaide 15.9 (99), AAMI Stadium
2010, Round 18, Richmond 15.10 (100) d Adelaide 11.14 (80), MCG
2010, Round Seven, Adelaide 15.14 (104) d Richmond 7.12 (54), AAMI Stadium
2009, Round 14, Adelaide 15.12 (102) d Richmond 13.7 (85), Metricon Stadium

Brownlow Medal votes from last meeting
3. Scott Thompson (Adel), 2. Shane Tuck (Rich), 1. Dustin Martin (Rich)


Stats that matter

* Richmond is ranked No.1 in the competition for short kicks and second in effective kicks. The short-kicking game means the Tigers also take a lot of marks – ranked second in the AFL.

* The Tigers have a good ‘outside’ game, boasting the highest percentage of uncontested possession in the League. Shaun Grigg leads the way in this area – ranked sixth overall. In contrast, Richmond is 15th for contested ball.

* Crows ruckman Sam Jacobs is fourth in hit-outs to advantage this season (78).

* The Tigers are stoppage-scoring specialists. They rank 1st in scores from centre bounces, having kicked 23 more goals than their opposition from centre bounces this year. The Crows are third in this statistic, having outscored their opposition by a total of eight goals. Richmond is second overall in scores from stoppages.

* Rory Sloane has recorded 30-plus possessions (30 and 31) in his past two matches. The tough midfielder has only hit the 30-disposals mark twice previously in his career – 36 against Geelong in Round 21, 2011 and 33 against Fremantle in Round 10 last year.

* Bernie Vince has averaged 27 possessions and nearly one goal per game in his past four matches against Richmond.

http://www.afc.com.au/news/2013-06-11/enemy-territory-richmond

[one-eyed]

Preview: Richmond v Adelaide
By Nathan Schmook
afl.com.au
Tuesday, June 11, 2013

SUMMARY
The Tigers (6-4) have made significant ground in the past month, winning three of four games before their round 11 bye, but they still find themselves in ninth place - familiar territory for the yellow and black. Saturday's clash against Adelaide (5-6), which has lost its past two games, is another test of Richmond's finals credentials. The Crows are desperate for redemption after their 77-point loss to the Sydney Swans, the club's worst home loss in 19 years. Making their task more difficult is the likely return of Richmond young guns Brandon Ellis and Reece Conca, who have added impressive depth to the Tiger midfield.   

WHERE AND WHEN: MCG, Saturday June 15, 1.40pm

LAST FIVE TIMES
R14, 2012, Adelaide 17.4 (106) d Richmond 13.9 (87) at AAMI Stadium
R23, 2011, Richmond 17.19 (121) d Adelaide 15.9 (99) at AAMI Stadium
R18, 2010, Richmond 15.10 (100) d Adelaide 11.14 (80) at the MCG
R7, 2010, Adelaide 15.14 (104) d Richmond 7.12 (54) at AAMI Stadium
R14, 2009, Adelaide 15.12 (102) d Richmond 13.7 (85) at Metricon Stadium

THE SIX POINTS

1. Richmond led at half-time and the final change when the sides last met, in round 14, 2012 at AAMI Stadium, but was overrun and lost by 19 points. 

2. Richmond has won two of the last three clashes between the sides, but Adelaide has won six of the last eight. The Crows lead overall, winning 20 games to 10.

3. The sides haven’t met at the MCG since 2010. Adelaide’s two biggest wins at the venue – 110-points in 1992 and 94 points in 1993 – were both against Richmond.

4. Both teams have struggled for tackling in 2013 so far. Richmond is ranked last and Adelaide 15th.

5. In 2012 the Crows were the second ranked contested possession side. In 2013 they have slipped to eight. Richmond was fifth in 2012, and in 2013 they are 15th.

6. Jack Riewoldt has climbed from No.63 to No.46 overall in the Official AFL Player Ratings, and he is now the No.5 ranked forward. Adelaide is one club he is yet to fire against, however, kicking just 10 goals in six games.

http://www.afl.com.au/news/2013-06-11/preview-richmond-v-adelaide

[pmac21]

Why is it is always us who play teams coming off thumpings who are out to prove to the world that they can compete...