Brisbane vs St Kilda AFL Round 17 betting tips – July 10, 2021

July 8, 2021 4:34 pm.by Nathan Marotta

Lions Swans AFL Rd 17 betting tips


Brisbane Lions vs St Kilda Saints AFL Betting Odds and Game Info
AFL betting odds	Brisbane $1.24 at BetOnline \| St Kilda $4.50 at Bet365
When	Saturday, July 10 at 7:25pm AEST
Where	Metricon Stadium – Gold Coast, Queensland
Last time they met	Brisbane Lions 6.14.50 – St Kilda 7.6.48 (R13, 2020)
Watch live	Seven, Foxtel, Kayo

Round 17’s Saturday night clash between the Brisbane Lions and St Kilda Saints will be played at Metricon Stadium, as the AFL relocated the match away from the Gabba to avoid COVID restrictions in Queensland.

Chris Fagan’s Lions are the in-form team of the competition after winning their last three contests, while Ben Rutten’s Saints are making their own late charge towards the finals with two wins on the trot.

Lachie Neale missed round 16’s victory over the Crows with an ankle issue, but the reigning Brownlow Medal winner will likely slot back into the side this week.

The Saints got through their unimpressive win over the Magpies unscathed, meaning they do not need to force any changes at the selection table.

Brisbane won last season’s clash against St Kilda by just two points, which has us excited for another close contest between the Lions and Saints this Saturday.

Brisbane Lions vs St Kilda match preview

Taking away the Lions’ home field advantage at the Gabba will only have a slight affect on this contest, but it could still be enough for the Saints to cause havoc. The Saints defended very well against the tall Collingwood forwards in round 16, meaning they should be prepared for the likes of Joe Daniher, Eric Hipwood and Daniel McStay.

The Saints have turned their form around in the last few weeks off the back of their young key forward, as Max King has kicked six goals in his last three matches and has been stronger in the air. The bye round came at the right time for St Kilda, as King is back to playing with confidence. Sportsbet is offering $2.30 for King to kick multiple majors against the Lions.

BrisbaneLions

Marcus Adams
Harris Andrews
Jack Payne
Grant Birchall
Brandon Starcevich
Daniel Rich
Mitch Robinson
Dayne Zorko
Zac Bailey
Hugh McCluggage
Daniel McStay
Lincoln McCarthy
Charlie Cameron
Joe Daniher
Eric Hipwood
Oscar McInerney
Lachie Neale
Jarryd Lyons
Deven Robertson
Callum Ah Chee
Keidean Coleman
James Madden
Thomas Berry (Emg)
Jaxon Prior (Emg)
Rhys Mathieson (Emg)
Connor Ballenden (Emg)
Coach: Chris Fagan

St.KildaSaints

Tim Membrey
Max King
Rowan Marshall
Ryan Byrnes
Jack Billings
Dan Butler
Callum Sinclair
Luke Dunstan
Seb Ross
Bradley Hill
Daniel McKenzie
Ben Long
Callum Wilkie
Jimmy Webster
Dougal Howard
Patrick Ryder
Jack Steele
Brad Crouch
Leo Connolly
Zak Jones
Mason Wood
Thomas Highmore
Dean Kent (Emg)
Josh Battle (Emg)
Darragh Joyce (Emg)
Jack Lonie (Emg)
Coach: Brett Ratten

Key matchup: Dayne Zorko vs Jack Steele

These two club captains have been outstanding for their respective teams this season. Jack Steele has emerged as a popular smokey in the Brownlow Medal betting, while Dayne Zorko has been damaging by foot this season for the Lions and has started hitting the scoreboard more often in recent weeks.

This week will be a huge milestone for Zorko, who will play his 200th career game. We think the Brisbane captain will play very well in the midfield to mark the special occasion. Zorko is priced at $2 with Sportsbet to get 25 or more disposals against the Saints this Saturday night.

Brisbane Lions vs St Kilda predictions & best bets

St Kilda +27.5

We took the Saints at a similar line against the Richmond Tigers two weeks ago and it paid off, which is why we are going down the same route this weekend. The Lions did not blow out Adelaide until the second half of their round 16 contest, as the young Crows started well before running out of legs. The Saints should put up a good fight knowing a spot in the finals is within reaching distance.

St Kilda +27.5

$1.90
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Max King to kick 2+ goals

Having kicked six goals in his last three contests, Max King is showing excellent signs at full forward for the Saints. The Saints’ bye round was an excellent refresher for the young superstar, who has come back and thrived deep inside 50. Harris Andrews kept King goalless last season, but that should change given his marking, strength and goal-kicking has improved.

Max King 2+ goals

$2.30
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Sportsbet

Same game multi: 3 legs @ $8

We think the Saints are worth a look this weekend against the Lions, especially if Lachie Neale does not recover from his calf injury in time. Zorko will be at his best in his 200th game, while Max King will kick a pair of goals. You can combine these three legs to boost your value to $8 with Sportsbet.