RIOLI THE ‘ROBIN’ TO LYNCH’S ‘BATMAN’The tall timbre at the Tigers can do damage, but at ground level it’s players like Maurice Rioli Jr who are also contributing to the Tigers’ manic attack on the opposition.
Hawthorn players got a heads up whenever Rioli was closing in, such was the audible excitement of the Tigers faithful.
“He brings the crowd to life every time he goes near it or looks like he‘s about to go near an opponent with the ball,” Nick Riewoldt told Fox Footy.
“He‘s found a role ... it’s great work ethic with a defensive bent.”
Typifying Rioli’s influence was how many of his actions resulted in scores.
He had two goals, but from his 12 disposals he had a goal assist and nine score involvements.
Source: Foxsports.
