Richmond Tigers supporters face a challenging season ahead, according to analyst Matthew Lloyd’s somber predictions. Once a dominant force with three premiership titles from 2017 to 2020, the club has since lost several key players and is now struggling to find its form. Under new coach Adam Yze, Richmond managed only two wins last season and ended up with the wooden spoon.
As they prepare to kick off their 2025 campaign at the MCG on Thursday, predictions from Nine’s tipsters are grim, with not one believing the Tigers can overcome Carlton, despite the Blues missing their leading forward, Charlie Curnow, and young player Elijah Hollands taking personal leave.
Lloyd emphasises the drastic loss of experience within the Richmond squad, stating the club lost over a thousand games worth of experience last year, with star player Dustin Martin’s departure particularly significant. He notes that the Tigers’ current roster includes several debutants, highlighting a lack of seasoned players. Many believe Richmond is destined for another disappointing season, with fears they may struggle to secure a victory throughout the year.
Looking beyond the Tigers, the tipping panel appears to have a strong consensus that Hawthorn will triumph over Essendon on Friday, following their impressive win against Sydney. In another anticipated match, Sydney will host Brisbane in a grand final rematch, with a minority of tipsters favouring the Swans to reclaim victory.
In summary, Richmond’s prospects for success in the forthcoming AFL season remain precarious, as they rebuild with a young team and confront formidable opponents in their opening matches.