Preview Geelong v Richmond 2020 Grand Final Sat Oct 24 @ Gabba

[frggr]

I'm kinda hopefully that some of the crazy defensive match ups were also deliberate and not what we'll be seeing come Saturday

It was frustrating seeing O'Connor one out with Riewoldt, and even more so after Lynch went off injured - thinking that surely we don't see that match up again this week

I think you're right on that. Riewoldt's not quite as quick as he used to be - would probably see Hendo on him. Kolo gets Martin when forward, not sure who takes Lynch - probably Taylor.

O'Connor to a Rioli type, perhaps? Or is that calling for the Bews Blanket(tm), with O'Connor rolling to Castagna?

 

[frggr]

Was tanking W1 of the finals a scheme to avoid the double-bye too?

I tell ya what, the stats about QF winners losing the Prelim don't lie.

If we win the flag, I'll say yes

 

[frggr]

Another sign.

Take it to the omens thread!

 

[frggr]

Oh yeah, I forget who asked what will make this game different to R17, but in R17 we didn't have much to play for - Richmond did (Top 4).

This time will be a little different

 

[BotsMaster]

Has Kolo played on Dusty before?

 

[Strange Cat]

12 Dangerfields in a canter. Danger may not run both ways hard, but at least he runs both ways

And he tackles

 

[cats_09]

Has Kolo played on Dusty before?

Apparently so

In past battles against Richmond, the steady, sturdy and reliable Cats backman has taken on Martin. He's ready to reacquaint himself with the two-time Norm Smith medallist in Saturday night's Grand Final, with Martin short-priced favourite to take home a record third best-on-ground in a flag decider.

Kolodjashnij says he will wait to see what defensive coach and Cats great Matthew Scarlett

Matthew Scarlett

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5.3

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5.0

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1.5

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3.8

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decides, but that he would be ready to take on Martin on the biggest stage.

"I've been on Dusty a few times. I'll just wait to see what Matty Scarlett wants to do there," Kolodjashnij told AFL.com.au.

"If he gives me the tap on the shoulder come Thursday I'll be more than happy to play on Dusty. It's obviously a big role and he's a key player for them, so it's a challenge I'm looking forward to if it does come my way."

 

[frggr]

Guthrie on Martin around the ground, Kolo when he goes forward - just need to make sure the hand-off is clean

 

[cats_09]

 

[BotsMaster]

Guthrie on Martin around the ground, Kolo when he goes forward - just need to make sure the hand-off is clean

Nah make Kolo follow Dusty everywhere for the lulz

 

[evolutionbaby]

Ian Nankervis presenting the cup to Scott, Selwood and the rest of the boys.

And flipping the bird to Toby.

 

[Chinacats]

Guthrie on Martin around the ground, Kolo when he goes forward - just need to make sure the hand-off is clean

Yes agree. I hope the cats take a leaf out of Dusty's book at the centre clearances especially , yet also around the stoppages. When Martin gets the ball at a centre bounce he just bangs it forward. Whereas Geelong players hold onto it , look for the handball and can be indecisive . It infuriates me. Yes it's game style and what not, but i hope they get rid of it more quickly and drive it into Tommy. Those little handballs invite the pressure. And we know the tigers will bring the pressure!

 

[JohnZ]

Yes agree. I hope the cats take a leaf out of Dusty's book at the centre clearances especially , yet also around the stoppages. When Martin gets the ball at a centre bounce he just bangs it forward. Whereas Geelong players hold onto it , look for the handball and can be indecisive . It infuriates me. Yes it's game style and what not, but i hope they get rid of it more quickly and drive it into Tommy. Those little handballs invite the pressure. And we know the tigers will bring the pressure!

Richmond load up behind the ball from the centre bounces so that would play into their hands. I like what we've been doing so far this finals series.

 

[steady2]

Guthrie on Martin around the ground, Kolo when he goes forward - just need to make sure the hand-off is clean

Selwood on Martin in the centre square, Parfitt on him around the ground, Kolo when he goes forward.

 

[frggr]

Nah make Kolo follow Dusty everywhere for the lulz

Including into the Richmond changerooms at half time

 

[frggr]

Selwood on Martin in the centre square, Parfitt on him around the ground, Kolo when he goes forward.

I like that too. Selwood and Parfitt tackle with intent. Would make it a bit complex handing off, but could work a treat.

 

[And_ROOS]

22 Blicavs > all.

He (they?) would just have to run around until the other "team" runs out of puff.

His kicking though. Set shots he kicks 20.8, but on the run on his left foot would be going at 20.20.

 

[year of the cat]

Guthrie on Martin around the ground, Kolo when he goes forward - just need to make sure the hand-off is clean

Need to free Guthrie up imo - I’d be using a combination of Parfitt (who is better defensively than Guthrie anyway) and Selwood. Kolo first go when he goes forward.

 

[coylez]

Lets hope for a similar scoreline:

 

[cats_09]

 

[cats_09]

Anyone else feeling nervous and anxious?

I've generally been pretty good during the week, but on match day as the start time is approaching the nerves start to kick in

Starting a bit earlier this week, and I'm pretty sure it's not the dinner I just ate

 

[winty]

I'm fine at the moment. Will probably start feeling anxious on Friday though. Probably should've decided to work that day if only to have something to take my mind off things for the time being.

 

[frggr]

I just realised I'd never heard Kolo speak before and he.....doesn't sound like I'd imagined

 

[God Mode]

Anyone else feeling nervous and anxious?

I've generally been pretty good during the week, but on match day as the start time is approaching the nerves start to kick in

Starting a bit earlier this week, and I'm pretty sure it's not the dinner I just ate

I know right, is 4 days out too early to start drinking??

 

[David the Cat]

Anyone else feeling nervous and anxious?

I've generally been pretty good during the week, but on match day as the start time is approaching the nerves start to kick in

Starting a bit earlier this week, and I'm pretty sure it's not the dinner I just ate

Got to say I'm feeling confident...of course the positivity will evaporate when the ball is bounced.