The Tigers (12-6) are officially finals-bound for the first time since 2001 after their brilliant 41-point win over Hawthorn in round 19. With seven wins from their past nine games, the Tigers won't just be making up the numbers either. Locked with Collingwood on 48 points and 115.5 per cent, Saturday's clash against the Brisbane Lions (8-10) offers the Tigers a chance to boost their percentage and jump into sixth spot. The Lions, however, won't just roll over with Michael Voss's men in reasonable form, winning four of their past five games.
WHERE AND WHEN: MCG, Saturday August 10, 1.45pm
TV AND RADIO: Click here for broadcast guide and odds
LAST FIVE TIMES
R19, 2012, Richmond 20.12 (132) d Brisbane Lions 12.12 (84) at the Gabba
R13, 2011, Richmond 18.17 (125) d Brisbane Lions 14.10 (94) at the Gabba
R6, 2011, Richmond 18.16 (124) d Brisbane Lions 14.14 (98) at the MCG
R13, 2010, Richmond 15.15 (105) d Brisbane Lions 12.14 (86) at the Gabba
R7, 2009, Brisbane Lions 15.7 (97) d Richmond 10.11 (71) at the MCG
THE SIX POINTS
1. The Tigers have dominated the Lions recently, winning the past four contests. They hold a 10-3 advantage in clashes between the sides at the MCG.
2. The Lions have a poor recent record at the MCG, winning just two of 10 matches at the venue since 2009.
3. Richmond remains the worst tackling side in 2013, ranked last for overall tackles. The Lions are ranked 10th.
4. Richmond midfielder Brett Deledio earned three Brownlow votes when these sides last met, finishing with 33 possessions and one goal.
5. Star Tigers midfielder Trent Cotchin is building form, winning 34 possessions (18 contested) and nine clearances last week against the Hawks.
6. Lions midfielder Daniel Rich is climbing in the Official AFL Player Ratings after slumping to No.76 overall in round 12. Rich has regained the No.1 ranking at his club and is ranked No.22 overall.
